Geotechnical Project Engineer
About the role
We are seeking a Geotechnical Project Engineer to join our King of Prussia team. The ideal candidate will support diverse transportation, transit, and environmental projects such as highway and rail bridges, buildings, retaining walls, slopes, pavements, ground treatment of soft soils and subgrades, and utilities.
Responsibilities
- Aid our geotechnical/pavement design and engineering group throughout Pennsylvania with development and delivery of geotechnical assignments
- Avoid client relations to secure future clients and workload
- Foster innovative design concepts related to Geotechnical Engineering to enhance project efficiency
- Serve as Project Engineer on a variety of geotechnical related projects
- Prepare task proposals
- Develop and oversee subsurface exploration programs
- Prepare design calculations and geotechnical engineering reports
- Aid in producing construction documents, specifications, and construction cost estimates
- Serve as a liaison between clients and firm
Requirements
- PennDOT and Pennsylvania municipal experience
- Proactive problem-solving skills
- A solid grasp of geotechnical principles
- Hands-on expertise in geotechnical/pavement design and field operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- 5 to 10 years of Geotechnical Design Experience (PennDOT experience preferred)
- Knowledge of PennDOT Geotechnical and Pavement MOI’s and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specification
- Understanding of the following software: Microsoft Office, gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, Slide, Settle 3, Slope/w, AASHTOWare Pavement ME, GRLWEAP
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Skills
- Passion for client service and engineering
- MS or advanced degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering preferred
- Professional Engineer License is preferred, Pennsylvania preferred, ability to obtain PA PE required within 6-months
Benefits
At RK&K, you can expect:
- Athletic and wellness programs
- Employee resource groups
- Career development opportunities
- Much, much more!
Join a company that fosters a spirit of collaboration and trust, and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid time off
- Hybrid work (home and office)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs
- Much, much more!
Why RK&K? As a full-service engineering, construction management and environmental firm, we give you the opportunity to directly impact the communities where we live and work. Our award-winning culture has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. We are an industry leader, and we are committed to being a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward. Design your career at RK&K, Apply Today!