Geotechnical Designer/EIT

HDR; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Geotechnical Designer/EIT who will play a crucial role in geotechnical investigations and project collaboration within the NY/NJ area. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and relevant experience, emphasizing technical skills in geotechnical software. The successful candidate will contribute to meaningful projects in an inclusive and dynamic employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• 3 years of work experience in a relevant field.
• EIT certification or current registration for FE exam.
• Proficient with geotechnical software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting geotechnical investigations and site assessments.
• Perform field tasks including drilling oversight and construction observations.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, calculation packages, and specifications.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Fieldwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree with Geotechnical emphasis

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Geotechnical software (LPILE, GeoStudio)

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Geotechnical Designer/EIT, we'll count on you to:

• • Assist in planning and conducting geotechnical investigations and site assessments
  • Perform field tasks including drilling oversight and construction observations, with most work focused in the NY/NJ area. Occasional travel outside NY/NJ may be expected to help assist project demands in other areas
  • Assist in performing geotechnical calculations and analysis for small- and large-scale projects
  • Assist in preparation of geotechnical reports, calculation packages, drawings and specifications
  • Have some familiarly with geotechnical software including LPILE, ALPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, GeoStudio, Settle3, and DeepEx
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and be willing to learn and take on new tasks as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• • Bachelor's degree in civil or Geotechnical Engineering; master’s degree with Geotechnical emphasis preferred.
  • 3 years of work experience.
  • EIT certification, or current registration for FE exam. Candidates hired without their EIT will be title "Geotechnical Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Willingness and ability to go to the field as needed; and
  • Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Familiarity with GeoStudio, ESoft APILE, LPILE, GROUP, and Settle3 preferred.
  • Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Experience with MS Office and software applications
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.