Geotechnical Engineer
About the role
This position focuses on acting as a high-level Technical Specialist, but also offers opportunities to serve as Project Manager for mid-size initiatives and support marketing efforts for both internal and external clients.
Responsibilities
- Driving project workflows
- Planning, geotechnical field investigations
- Laboratory testing programs
- Preparation of geotechnical analysis, design calculations and reports
- Review / evaluation of dam safety instrumentation data
- Finite element modeling of dams
- Preparation of design drawings / construction specifications
- Participation in dam safety inspections
- Participation in marketing efforts for internal / external clients
- Other tasks as required to support project goals and other HDR business activities
Requirements
- Bachelor's or M.S. degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license in NC
- 5 years of related experience in geotechnical engineering
- Experience using AutoCAD, MicroStation or GIS applications
- Experience using other industry standard geotechnical and geological engineering software
- Experience planning, performing, and documenting subsurface explorations
- Experience reviewing and interpreting field and laboratory testing results
- Experience reading, reviewing, and interpreting geotechnical instrumentation
- Experience with dam safety inspections and dam engineering
- Ability to work independently on smaller projects and the desire to work on larger projects as part of a multi-discipline project team
- Receptive to technical mentoring, passionate about meeting new, complex challenges
- Good problem solving and reasoning skills
- Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
- Ability to perform field work and overnight travel (some field work and travel will be required), local candidates are preferred
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree
- Preferred qualifications include:
- Previous experience with Microsoft Office applications, MicroStation or other software as appropriate
- Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage and deep foundation response software, as appropriate
- Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)
Pay
Salary range: $80,000 - $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Full-time
Benefits
Health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits are available.
Skills
Technical skills in geotechnical engineering, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, and relevant software.
Benefits
Employee ownership, flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work culture.
Company Information
HDR is an employee-owned company that fosters a culture of inclusion and collaboration. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.