Entry Level Dams Engineer

About the role

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is looking for a motivated Entry-Level (0-5 years' experience) Civil / Geotechnical / Dams Engineer to join our growing team in Clarksville, Tennessee. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of unique and challenging projects in GZA’s growing practice in the southeastern US. You will work directly under a Senior Dams/Geotechnical engineer in GZA’s Clarksville, TN office and also have the opportunity work with a variety of Project Managers, Principals, and other Engineers from our other offices and practice areas around the country. If you are self-motivated, independent, have a strong academic or professional record, solid understanding of civil engineering principles, and a desire to expand your engineering knowledge and skills through working on a variety of civil/geotechnical engineering projects, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Executing a variety of office-based tasks including (but not limited to): gathering, organizing, interpreting, and presenting data in support of civil, environmental, and geotechnical engineering projects.
• Executing calculations and analyses related to geotechnical and civil engineering (under the direction of a senior engineer) and preparing calculation packages summarizing the results.
• Preparing drafts of field reports and inspection/engineering reports.
• Assisting in preparation of design drawings, technical specifications, cost/quantity estimates, and permit applications for heavy civil projects.
• Performing field engineering tasks including (but not limited to): dam and levee safety inspections; environmental site visits (including erosion/sedimentation monitoring and Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments); geotechnical site work (including monitoring test borings and instrumentation installations).
• Performing construction inspection and monitoring for heavy civil projects.
• Communicating effectively and efficiently with contractors, clients and team members.
• As a member of our growing Clarksville, TN practice, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary technical discipline.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field of practice is required.
• M.S. in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical or structural focus is preferred.
• Possess strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office and AutoCAD skills are required.
• Occasional out-of-town and/or out-of-state (overnight) travel will be required.
• Candidate must have consistent and reliable means of transportation to/from project sites.
• EIT Certification a plus.

Benefits

• Professional development and a focus on continued education and learning (including tuition reimbursement).
• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources.
• Mentorship from experts in the industry.
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k retirement plan.