Geotechnical Engineer I
Michels Corporation · Salt Lake City, UT · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
About the role
Under general supervision, the Geotechnical Engineer I works with senior engineering staff and CAD technicians to develop design submittals for deep foundation and ground improvement systems to be built by Michels Construction. Design submittals consist of drawings and supporting calculations developed by applying geotechnical and structural engineering principles through a combination of analytical methods and state-of-the-art computer modeling software.
Types of design
- Rigid inclusions
- Aggregate piers
- Soil mixing
- Compaction grouting
- Chemical grouting
- Dynamic compaction
- Deep foundations
- Other Geostructural systems
Project scope
Michels works on all types and sizes of projects, including commercial buildings, highways and bridges, industrial facilities, civil infrastructure, marine structures, and military facilities.
Responsibilities
- Develop design submittals for deep foundation and ground improvement systems
- Prepare drawings and supporting calculations using geotechnical and structural engineering principles
- Apply analytical methods and state-of-the-art computer modeling software
- Assist with designs for deep foundations or other Geostructural systems as needed
- Conduct preliminary engineering for prospective projects during bid-time
- Perform QA/QC review during production phases
Why Mi-Tech?
- Engineering solutions extend the limits of possibilities in construction
- Client expectations are a baseline we strive to exceed
- Wholly owned subsidiary of Michels Corporation, a global leader in infrastructure construction
- Supported by a comprehensive network of specialized services and capabilities
- Michels invests an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
- Comprehensive benefits program including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan
What It Takes
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in structural engineering or geotechnical engineering
- 0–3 years of related experience or equivalent combination
- Proficiency with MS Excel and Mathcad
- Valid driver’s license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record
Preferred
- Professional Engineer certification (PE)