Staff Engineer - Tunnels and Geotech

About the role

The Grade 1 Staff Engineer - Trenchless, Tunneling, and Geotech position is an entry-level role designed to provide hands-on experience in civil, geotechnical, geological, and tunnel/trenchless design. It aims to develop fundamental skills in field and office tasks, enhance professional communication and collaboration, and implement tasks under significant mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document geotechnical investigations including civil geotechnical drilling, well construction, field mapping, and communicating with subcontractors.
• Create design and construction drawings using AutoCAD and other graphic software.
• Record project-related activities by documenting observed field and office activities using electronic and written means.
• Perform geotechnical, tunnel, and trenchless design calculations using Mathcad, Excel, and geo-oriented software.
• Support project engineers and project managers with other tasks.

Requirements

• Qualified to become exam-based Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
• Microsoft Office Suite, PDF printing and editing, AutoCAD LTE.
• Undergraduate degree in Engineering (civil, geotechnical, or structural) or related field.
• Understand material sciences (steel and concrete), applied mathematics, fluid dynamics, geologic hazards, soils and bedrock identification, soil and rock mechanics, geology, and underground construction.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent collaboration skills, organizational tactics, analytical, judgment, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination.
• Reliable transportation to access job sites and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD LTE.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to perform geotechnical, tunnel, and trenchless design calculations.
• Good understanding of underground construction and design for civil structures.
• Basic knowledge of material sciences, fluid dynamics, geologic hazards, soils and bedrock identification, soil and rock mechanics, and geology.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and more.
• Well-being program and paid parental leave.
• Commuter benefits, hybrid work schedules, and cell phone stipends.
• GEI University with continuing education assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Rewards and recognition including annual performance bonus, profit sharing, and 401(k).
• Opportunity to be an owner and shareholder.

Pay

$70,000.00 – $85,000.00/year

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule