Geotechnical Engineer

Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we’ve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration and forward-thinking ideas. We’ve inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

The Geotechnical Engineer will apply sound engineering principles to analyze data, perform calculations, and provide recommendations. Effective communication skills are essential, as the candidate will be required to convey complex engineering concepts to both technical and non-technical clients and project teams. The projects may involve a range of sectors, including public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial.

What you will do:

• Develop and maintain professional working relationships between staff and clients.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, guidelines, and standards on all projects, actively participating in pre-task planning and promptly reporting any safety concerns to management.
• Uphold high-quality standards throughout the execution of projects.
• Manage and oversee small projects with minimal complexity.
• Assist in the development of project scopes for routine assignments.
• Support the preparation of cost estimates, specifications, and other relevant project documentation.
• Analyze data, perform engineering calculations, and conduct analyses, subject to review by a Professional Engineer.
• Coordinate and conduct field investigations, laboratory testing, and data evaluation.
• Develop comprehensive plans, schedules, and detailed phases for assigned project work.
• Collaborate closely with senior-level project managers and Professional Engineers to gain valuable project management and engineering experience.
• Provide design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications for review and consideration by the Professional Engineer.
• Prepare work scopes, proposals, reports, and investigation plans for approval by senior-level professionals.
• Work under the guidance and supervision of a Professional Engineer.
  
  

What you will bring:

• Attention to detail, accuracy, and multi-tasking.
• Highly organized and able to prioritize work. Can meet deadlines.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Ability to create, maintain, and communicate project budgets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Use computer software such as: MS Office, gINT, Geoslope, Volflo, Settle3D, WinPAS, and ability to learn new software as needed.
  
  

Required Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or bachelor’s degree with Geotechnical engineering focus.
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI) required in Texas or ability to attain within 6 months. Passed PE exam is a plus.
• Ability to work in the field, when necessary, with occasional travel (up to 25%).
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass a background check and preemployment drug screen.
  
  

Who We Are: WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 30 complementary areas across the nation.

WSB does not accept resumes from third parties.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.