Geotechnical Engineer - Westminster, CO

RSI is a dynamic group of companies providing services to major federal clients and Fortune 500 engineering and construction companies since 1996. We specialize in complex, highly regulated markets, offering environmental, nuclear, construction management, project delivery, and specialty professional services while maintaining an excellent safety record.

About the role

RSI is recruiting for a Geotechnical Engineer who will plan, develop, coordinate, review, and assess the design of projects. Responsibilities include organizing the design team, selecting equipment standards, system design, and preparing plans and specifications. The role involves interfacing with outsourced engineering companies and providing day-to-day support to Site Leads.

Responsibilities

• Performs remedial investigations and feasibility studies to determine and outline projects.
• Prepares drawings, construction specifications, statements of work, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Provides engineer field support during the construction phase of activities.
• Assists in assessments of work scope, potential safety problems, and special design considerations.
• Conducts technical assessments, trade-off studies, and provides direction based on costs, schedule, and performance.
• Participates in internal reviews.
• Trains and mentors junior staff; may lead aspects of a task or project.
• Follows procedures and processes; assists with multiple projects simultaneously.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering or related field.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Professional Engineering License.

Skills

• Understanding of engineering principles, concepts, and techniques with knowledge of environmental regulations and local utility codes.
• Advanced working knowledge and experience in geotechnical engineering; additional knowledge in earthwork, hydraulic, hydrology, and land development design preferred.
• Ability to perform complex professional tasks and analyze and develop innovative solutions to problems.
• Ability to recommend approaches for new and improved processes.
• Ability to work with broad objectives and determine the best way to accomplish tasks.
• Ability to assist in business development or proposal efforts and lead aspects of a task or project.
• Strong language, mathematical, communication, reasoning, and computer skills.

Benefits

• Generous PTO plan and paid holidays.
• FEHB medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401K with 100% match up to 4% of eligible compensation and 100% immediate vesting.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.

Pay

$100,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year. The anticipated starting salary is based on the posted minimum requirements; the offered salary will depend on the selected applicant’s education, training, and experience.

Schedule

• Full-time, exempt status.
• 30% travel required.

Clearance and Health Requirements

• Criminal Background Check.
• Pre-placement Drug Screening.
• Fit for Duty Test (if applicable).

Essential Physical Requirements

Light work: Involves moving objects by exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 10 pounds frequently, or negligible force constantly. Requires significant walking or standing, or mostly sitting while pushing or pulling arm or leg controls.

Location: Westminster, CO