Engineering Geologist II - Dams & Water Structures Focus

About the Role

AECOM is currently seeking Engineering Geologist candidates to support Geo-Civil projects from our Orange, California office.

Responsibilities

• Perform geologic field reconnaissance and mapping for the identification of geologic hazards and site characterization
• Provide support on the design and installation of ground water wells and geotechnical instrumentation (VWP's, inclinometers, transducers, etc.)
• Provide interpretation of site conditions including geologic, geochemical, and geophysical data and preparing geotechnical and geologic reports
• Developing geologic models for complex geologic site conditions
• Conducting geologic research, and developing innovative ways to advance projects with the latest technologies
• Performing liaison activities with regulatory agencies (local, state, and federal agencies) on behalf of our clients
• Collaborating with geotechnical and structural engineers to develop robust dam designs
• Assisting in the preparation of project documentation including reports, project communications, and design drawings and report figures that are of a high professional standard
• Written communication skills in the form of technical reports are a must

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalence of experience and/or education
• Valid US Drivers License required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Engineering Geology or Geological Engineering (Master's preferred)
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with complex subsurface investigations including soil and rock core drilling
• Installation of piezometers and geotechnical instrumentation
• Willingness to travel regularly for domestic and international projects while conducting physically rigorous field geologic data collection in a variety of extreme terrain and weather conditions
• Ability to work on multiple project tasks and meet deadlines with aggressive schedules efficiently while maintaining attention to detail and work product quality
• Must have excellent communication and writing skills. Written communication skills in the form of geotechnical/geologic data reporting is necessary
• GIT Certification
• Experience with geotechnical projects including dams, mine tailings dams and water storage dams
• Analytical skills and knowledge of geological and geotechnical software (i.e., RocScience, Geo-Slope, gINT, etc.)

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position
• U.S. work sponsorship not available at this time or in the foreseeable future
• Occasional project site travel required
• All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment

Pay

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $70,000 to $100,000.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.