Trenchless EIT/ Specialist

About the role

The Trenchless EIT/ Specialist will contribute to the Trenchless Program by:

• Utilizing experience and expertise to support engineering and design practices, including hydraulic fracture and inadvertent returns analyses;
• Carry out site reconnaissance visits;
• Develop a subsurface investigation program for determination of feasibility of construction for various trenchless installation methods;
• Evaluate surface and subsurface conditions based on collected data and information to determine feasibility of trenchless construction and preferred construction technique;
• Interface with the Team’s various discipline leads and production staff (e.g., geotechnical, CAD, etc.) and communicate frequently to support development of trenchless design deliverables;
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding project status and technical discussions related to trenchless construction applications;
• Estimate quantities of materials used and disposed of, for trenchless pipeline installations;
• Estimate installation loading and stress for trenchless pipeline installations;
• Absess the application of trenchless technologies (Horizontal Directional Drilling, microtunneling, tunneling, Direct Pipe®, etc.) and participate in the definition and selection of preferred method(s);
• Perform calculations to determine carrier pipe and coating specifications;
• Define workspace requirements for applicable construction equipment at trenchless crossing locations;
• Prepare and/or review pertinent project documentation including project design/construction specifications, bid packages, drawings, design reports, engineering assessments, and data sets;
• Interface with project team members outside of the Trenchless Team and other Company functions throughout project execution on multidisciplinary projects;
• Develop permit application documents and drawings;
• Be aware of and understand the applicable industry Standards and governing Codes relevant to the various market sectors for which the Trenchless Team performs work (e.g., Oil and Gas, Water/Wastewater, Power, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Perform desk top route selection, and evaluate feasibility for design and construction of trenchless crossings;
• Carry out site reconnaissance visits;
• Develop a subsurface investigation program for determination of feasibility of construction for various trenchless installation methods;
• Evaluate surface and subsurface conditions based on collected data and information to determine feasibility of trenchless construction and preferred construction technique;
• Interface with the Team’s various discipline leads and production staff (e.g., geotechnical, CAD, etc.) and communicate frequently to support development of trenchless design deliverables;
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding project status and technical discussions related to trenchless construction applications;
• Estimate quantities of materials used and disposed of, for trenchless pipeline installations;
• Estimate installation loading and stress for trenchless pipeline installations;
• Absess the application of trenchless technologies (Horizontal Directional Drilling, microtunneling, tunneling, Direct Pipe®, etc.) and participate in the definition and selection of preferred method(s);
• Perform calculations to determine carrier pipe and coating specifications;
• Define workspace requirements for applicable construction equipment at trenchless crossing locations;
• Prepare and/or review pertinent project documentation including project design/construction specifications, bid packages, drawings, design reports, engineering assessments, and data sets;
• Interface with project team members outside of the Trenchless Team and other Company functions throughout project execution on multidisciplinary projects;
• Develop permit application documents and drawings;
• Be aware of and understand the applicable industry Standards and governing Codes relevant to the various market sectors for which the Trenchless Team performs work (e.g., Oil and Gas, Water/Wastewater, Power, etc.).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, or related discipline;
• Minimum two years of professional experience, including experience in consulting/engineering, and preferably with Horizontal Directional Drilling, microtunneling, and/or Direct Pipe®;
• Experience in design and knowledge in trenchless construction methods;
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills are a must;
• Team oriented with strong desire to be accountable and reliable for contributions;
• Strong writing and computer skills, including proven experience in Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D;
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, managing time and prioritizing tasks appropriately and independently to meet deadlines;
• Self-motivated and ability to work autonomously, while remaining in frequent communication with the rest of the team who are located in other offices around the country;
• Accountability for time and work ethic;
• Experience working on projects in remote environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree;
• Preferred qualifications include EIT certification or ability to obtain, and C EIT designation and desire for pursuing PE credentials.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D;
• Knowledge of industry Standards and governing Codes relevant to the various market sectors for which the Trenchless Team performs work (e.g., Oil and Gas, Water/Wastewater, Power, etc.).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

• The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Schedule

• Full-time