Staff Civil/Geotechnical Engineer
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Location: Washington, DC, United States
Date Posted:
Description
Your role at GEI.
GEI’s Mid-Atlantic area offices (Washington DC, Rockville MD and Charlottesville VA) continue to grow and are seeking an entry level Civil/Geotechnical Engineer. Under supervision of more senior staff, this individual will provide support to ongoing field and engineering design efforts. Field activities will include coordination and documentation of geotechnical and environmental soil borings; installation of wells and geotechnical instrumentation; collection of groundwater and soil samples; and oversight and documentation during construction. This individual will also provide support to ongoing design efforts that include preparation of design documents for foundations and excavations support systems; ground improvement; instrumentation; and environmental work. Projects include private developments, public infrastructure work, maritime, and others and typically include shallow and deep foundations, ground improvement, earth retention systems, and geotechnical instrumentation.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
The desired skills include construction observation/ management, geotechnical and structural design, instrumentation design and interpretation, and technical specification support. Familiarity with basic excavation support design and foundation design is a plus. Other responsibilities include:
- Supporting site investigations and site assessments including soil borings and testing, environmental sampling, and technical oversight of subcontractors
- Coordinating and interpreting lab tests
- Engineering analysis and calculations
- Preparing technical memos, reports, and construction specifications
- Observing and documenting field and construction activities
- Designing and modifying drawings using AutoCAD
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in Civil Engineering, or similar, with a geotechnical focus
- MS in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
- 0-3 years of professional experience in civil/geotechnical/environmental engineering and consulting; knowledge and familiarity with engineering design processes
- Experience with geotechnical design software
- Experience with spatial analysis and visualization software such as Civil 3D, and GIS
- Excellent technical writing and general communication skills
- Construction observation/management experience is a plus
- Computer-programming experience is a plus
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed
- Willingness and ability to perform field tasks in inclement conditions
- 40-hr OSHA/HAZWOPER training is a plus
- Valid U.S. driver’s license
- Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Pay Range For This Position: $65,000 - $75,000/year
- 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 (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
- Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Rewards and Recognition
- GEI-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 Inclusion
- And More…
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