Geologist – Infrastructure Risk Specialist (Telework)

US Army Corps of Engineers

Lakewood (PA)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers (Institute for Water Resources) seeks a technical geologist to serve as a specialist for geologic aspects of infrastructure risk management, including levees, dams, and hydropower facilities. You will support hazard identification, analysis, design, review, construction, operation, and rehabilitation within the USACE portfolio.

The role involves developing methodologies, overseeing engineering geology for risk assessments, and collaborating with multiple centers of

Qualifications

Requires a geology degree with broad engineering geology knowledge.
Experience performing hazard identification, analysis, and design support for infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

Provides technical expertise for development and implementation of methodologies to support hazard identification, analysis, design, and construction.
Develops and oversees engineering geology for risk assessments and related studies.
Serves on multi-disciplinary teams to evaluate performance of USACE infrastructure projects.
Participates in technical review and QA teams; reviews and makes recommendations on reports and documents.
Interprets guidance and provides technical direction to districts and A/E firms.
Contributes to USACE publications, criteria, and guidance in area of expertise.
Develops tools that support risk assessments for USACE infrastructure.
Disseminates methodology across USACE through written and verbal communication.
Collaborates with HEC, ERDC, IWR, and other USACE Centers of Expertise to identify RMC needs.