Geo-Structural Engineer

About the role

The Geo-Structural Engineer collaborates with Cajun’s Deep Foundations team to identify and implement deep foundations and ground improvement solutions tailored to project needs. This role requires a detailed understanding of various deep foundations and ground improvement elements, including the ability to determine load capacities, ground bearing, and settlement based on geotechnical data. The engineer performs activities in accordance with good practice, client requirements, specifications, and relevant Codes & Standards.

Responsibilities

• Determine geotechnical subsurface materials to identify deep foundations design options.
• Perform geotechnical engineering calculations and analyses for various deep foundations types and applications.
• Interpret soil boring and CPT data.
• Maintain a complete understanding of geotechnical design deliverables, applications, specifications, and project scope.
• Apply advanced engineering techniques and value engineering to develop detailed designs.
• Produce engineering calculations and sketches for deep foundations construction.
• Check calculations made by other engineers for accuracy, conformance to specifications, design criteria, and good practice.
• Evaluate project-specific deep foundation pile driving and drilling conditions.
• Assist with the development of construction specifications and execution parameters.
• Implement deep foundations load test and integrity testing programs.
• Evaluate and design safe working platforms for deep foundations equipment.
• Recognize and communicate scope and design changes promptly.
• Report status on assigned tasks and escalate potential issues.
• Interface effectively with clients.
• Determine ground bearing loads for construction equipment and soil bearing capacity.
• Perform slope stability analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering highly desired).
• 8+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering Licensing in Louisiana and Texas required, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Skilled in AutoCAD and relevant design software, such as A-PILE, L-PILE, Deep-Ex, and SHAFT.
• Proof of a clean driving record.
• Neat appearance and punctuality.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management and supervision.
• Knowledge and ability to use advanced math and complete calculations.
• Ability to work at various tempos and maintain concentration amid distractions.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to remember, examine, and observe details.

Desirable Experience

• Structural design of deep foundations systems (shoring/retention, load test frames, etc.).
• Pile reinforcing steel design.
• Working knowledge of ground improvement systems (e.g., rigid inclusions).
• Business development.