Geotechnical Staff Engineer
| Company | Westwood |
|---|---|
| Location | Madison, WI, USA, Middleton, WI, USA, Westminster, CO, USA, Minneapolis, MN, USA, Denver, CO, USA |
| Salary | $68000 – $75000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil/geotechnical engineering from an ABET accredited college.
- Strong technical, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing and prioritizing with attention to details.
Responsibilities
- Participate in geotechnical site investigations, coordination with drilling subcontractor, assignment and assessment of geotechnical laboratory tests, preparation of investigation reports, and application of site data to analyses and design.
- Review and report laboratory test results. Assist with laboratory test development, process improvements, and supervision of laboratory activities.
- Interpret and analyze geotechnical data to establish type, classification and engineering characteristics of materials. Complete or assist with geotechnical engineering analyses including, but not limited to, seepage, slope stability, bearing capacity, rotational stiffness, liquefaction, and settlement analyses.
- Keep management advised of work status, workload, problems and progress as related to work assignments.
- Participate in preparation of proposals, bid documents and capital cost estimates, construction drawings and design reports.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of geotechnical engineering fundamentals, geotechnical testing, and general civil/geotechnical engineering design and construction practices.
- Strong technical, communication and interpersonal skills and works best in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to travel/work in the field for extended periods and have the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and various terrains associated with construction projects.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and check the quality of own work.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing in English.
- Ability to use sound judgment.