Staff Professional

Description Your role at GEI. We are seeking a motivated staff level geotechnical engineer to assist with complex and challenging projects in New York City and New York Metro area. Staff-level engineers have the opportunity to observe and document field explorations and construction activities, perform and review analyses and design calculations, and prepare technical correspondence, including reports, letters, and design memos under supervision of senior staff. Essential Responsibilities & Duties This role includes subsurface explorations, construction observation/management, geotechnical and structural design, instrumentation design and interpretation, and technical specification support. Other responsibilities include: Performing geotechnical field explorations and testing.Coordinating and interpreting lab test data.Developing spreadsheets and databases.Performing engineering analysis and calculations.Preparing technical memos, reports, and construction specifications.Observing and documenting construction activities.Preparing and modifying drawings using AutoCAD. Minimum Qualifications B.S. in Civil Engineering; M.S. with Geotechnical emphasis is a preferred.EIT preferred; ability to obtain professional registration.1-4 years of previous professional experience in civil/geotechnical engineering.Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.Experience with spatial analysis and visualization software such as CAD, Civil 3D, and GIS.Experience with geotechnical analysis software, such as GeoStudio (SEEP/W and SLOPE/W).Willingness and ability to travel as needed.Willingness and ability to perform field tasks and oversight.Valid U.S. driver’s license. We are GEI. Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow. We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges. With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here. Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here. GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance BonusPay Range For This Position: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00/year Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and MoreWell-Being Program and Paid Parental LeaveCommuter BenefitsHybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone StipendsGEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition ReimbursementConnecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for AdvancementSupport and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional LicensesPaid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off ProgramRewards and RecognitionGEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and InclusionAnd More… Physical Requirements WORK ENVIRONMENT Functional Demands Sedentary X Light Medium Other Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row) Physical Activity Requirements Occasional (0-35% of day) Frequent (33-66% of day) Continuous (67-100% of day) Not Applicable Sitting X Standing X Walking X Climbing X Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) X Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) X Carrying objects X Push/pull X Twisting X Bending X Reaching forward X Reaching overhead X Squat/kneel/crawl X Wrist position deviation X Pinching/fine motor skills X Keyboard use/repetitive motion X Taste or smell (taste=never) X Talk or hear X Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate 20/20 Not Applicable Near Vision X Far Vision X Yes No Not Applicable Color Discrimination X Sensory Requirements Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable Depth perception X Hearing X Environment Requirements Occupational Exposure Risk Potential Reasonably Anticipated Not Anticipated Blood borne pathogens X Chemical X Airborne communicable diseases X Extreme temperatures X Radiation X Uneven surfaces or elevations X Extreme noise levels X Dust/particulate matter X Other (exposure Risks) Weight around 50 lbs Usual Workday Hours X 8 X 10 12 Other work hours GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.