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Senior Geostructural Engineer

Location: Exton, Pennsylvania, United States
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Your role at GEI. 
 
We are seeking a Senior Geostructural Engineer to add technical expertise to our MidAtlantic team and support our growing geostructural work across the company. Candidates will have vast geostructural engineering design experience with an excellent foundation in soil mechanics, geotechnical engineering, structural engineering concepts, and interest in excavation support design and earth retaining systems. This role includes a focus on the area of contractor support and developer work as well as managing and mentoring our junior staff members.
 
Our geostructural practice provides engineering services for a wide range of projects including building foundations, dams, levees, bridges, tunnels, ground treatment, and excavation support systems. The successful candidate will exhibit a combination of technical and managerial skills in the fields of geotechnical and structural engineering and possess strong people skills.
 
Essential Responsibilities & Duties 
  • Deliver technical excellence, exceed client-expectations, and execute profitably
  • Provide technical leadership and senior oversight including as Engineer of Record
  • Participate in recruiting, integrating, and training staff
  • Coach, mentor, and supervise staff 
  • Develop a networking partnership with practitioners across the company
  • Lead technical teams working across multiple offices, problem-solve, prepare plans and specifications, and meet with clients and subcontractors
  • Assist in business development activities within practice, including developing capture strategies and preparing proposals
  • Local and regional travel expected, national travel possible
Minimum Qualifications 
  • M.S. in Structural/Geotechnical/Geostructural Engineering
  • 12+ years of professional experience in engineering consulting
  • P.E. certification
  • Strong work ethic and attention to detail balanced with proven communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
  • Familiarity and/or experience with detailed design and specification preparation
  • Adaptable to changes in workload and a fast-paced work environment
  • 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 nearly 60 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.
 
Employee-owned. Employee-focused.  
 
As a 100% 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  
  • Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
  • Pay Range For This Position: $120,000.00 – $175,000.00/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…
       WORK ENVIRONMENT  
  
  
  
Functional Demands:    
 
 
 
 
Sedentary
 
Light
x 
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
 
4-6 hours 
 
 
Standing
 
2 hours 
 
 
Walking
 
2 hours 
 
 
Climbing
30 min. 
 
 
 
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
20lbs 
 
 
 
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
20lbs 
 
 
 
Carrying objects
 
 
 
x 
Push/pull
 
 
 
x 
Twisting
 
 
 
x 
Bending
10 min 
 
 
 
Reaching forward
10 min 
 
 
 
Reaching overhead
10 min 
 
 
 
Squat/kneel/crawl
10 min 
 
 
 
Wrist position deviation
 
 
 
x 
Pinching/fine motor skills
 
 
 
x 
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
 
4-6 hours 
 
 
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/particular matter
 
x 
 
Other (exposure risks):  
 
 
Usual workday hours:
 
8
x 
10
 
12
Other work hours
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans. 
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