Geotechnical Project Engineer

About the role

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, seeks a Geotechnical Project Engineer to join its Tulsa or Oklahoma City, Oklahoma office. The successful candidate will lead geotechnical engineering projects, collaborate with clients, and manage diverse project teams.

Responsibilities

• Review field logs, soil/rock samples, and assign laboratory testing
• Review lab results, and perform geotechnical analysis
• Prepare engineering reports
• Support project managers in budget management, client updates, and general project management tasks
• Prepare and present technical presentations to clients and technical review boards
• Supervise field observation, testing, and perform site visits
• Proactively troubleshoot and solve problems with practical, client-focused solutions
• Lead teams and professionally develop staff at all levels
• Interface with the civil design team to develop and value-engineer practical, fit-for-use geotechnical engineering solutions
• Assist project managers and business leadership with developing strategic pursuits and geotechnical proposals
• Organize priorities and multi-task effectively
• Collaborate with Regional leadership and Project Managers to resource delivery effectively

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of related experience
• Proven experience in geotechnical design, slope stability, foundation design, retaining walls, and large earthmoving projects
• Proven experience in leading diverse project teams
• Proven experience in capturing business development opportunities and preparing proposals
• A BS degree in civil engineering and an MS degree with geotechnical emphasis preferred
• A Professional Engineering license required and/or ability to obtain Oklahoma PE license within 6 months of hiring
• A positive work attitude and ability to work safely and efficiently when managing multiple tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Power Point preferred

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, and regulators

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Power Point preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays

Schedule

Full-time

Pay

Competitive salary and benefits package