Geostructural Design Engineer (Special Projects Group)

Job Summary

Primarily focused on geostructural design, including calculations and plan preparation. Responsibilities include ground improvement, retaining walls, temporary support of excavation, underpinning, temporary groundwater dewatering, slope stability, and specialty deep foundations. Assist with submittal reviews of contractor shop drawings, prepare proposals, manage project budgets, and prepare change orders and invoices. Host or attend project meetings with clients to follow up on delivered reports and provide technical solutions as necessary. Other duties include preparing AutoCAD drawings, performing in-situ testing, classifying soil/rock, and supervising field work.

Responsibilities

• Geostructural design for ground improvement, retaining walls, temporary support of excavation, underpinning, temporary groundwater dewatering, slope stability, and specialty deep foundations
• Aid in submittal reviews of contractor shop drawings, including vendor qualifications, materials, procedures, proof and verification tests, and other related construction documentation
• Prepare proposals, manage project budgets, and prepare change orders and invoices
• Host or attend project meetings with clients to follow up on delivered reports and provide technical solutions as necessary
• Assist with or perform traditional geotechnical engineering responsibilities, with supervision: Prepare AutoCAD drawings for engineering designs, geotechnical profiles, and location plans; Prepare drilling packages and obtain utility clearances; Perform research on local geologic history, soils maps, and geohazard mapping; Supervise field work performed by drilling/test pit crews and assist with rig access issues; Perform in-situ testing; Classify soil/rock and assign laboratory testing
• Mentor and support Staff Project Managers, Assistant Staff Project Managers, and technicians in their development

Requirements

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field
• Engineering-In-Training required, Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
• 2+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering
• Strong technical aptitude and knowledge of geotechnical principles
• Basic knowledge of geotechnical-focused software, such as Lpile, GROUP, Rocscience Suite, MSEW, SNAIL
• Experience with MathCAD, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation preferred
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical and construction materials testing ASTM, AASHTO, and/or NCMA standards
• Excellent project management and communication skills
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations

Qualifications

• BS and/or MS in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Geological Engineering, or similar
• Engineering-In-Training required, Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
• 2+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering
• Strong technical aptitude and knowledge of geotechnical principles
• Basic knowledge of geotechnical-focused software, such as Lpile, GROUP, Rocscience Suite, MSEW, SNAIL
• Experience with MathCAD, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation preferred
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical and construction materials testing ASTM, AASHTO, and/or NCMA standards
• Excellent project management and communication skills
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations

Benefits

Business development experience. Final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications. ECS Group of Companies (ECS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay

The expected pay range for this role and location is $70k - $110k/year.

Schedule

N/A

Skills

• Geotechnical design
• Submittal reviews
• Proposal preparation
• Project budget management
• Change order preparation
• Client meeting hosting
• AutoCAD drawing preparation
• In-situ testing
• Soil/rock classification
• Field work supervision
• Geotechnical research
• Geotechnical software proficiency (Lpile, GROUP, Rocscience Suite, MSEW, SNAIL)
• MathCAD, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation
• Geotechnical and construction materials testing (ASTM, AASHTO, NCMA)
• Project management and communication skills
• Industry standards and safety regulations