Geotechnical Designer/EIT

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Geotechnical Designer/EIT in New York. You'll assist in geotechnical investigations, perform field tasks, and collaborate with teams. A bachelor's degree in engineering is essential, alongside a commitment to quality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• 3 years of relevant work experience preferred.
• EIT certification or registration for FE exam required.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical investigations and site assessments.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and specifications.
• Utilize geotechnical software for analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Master's degree with Geotechnical emphasis

Tools

LPILE

GeoStudio

DeepEx

Excel

PowerPoint

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 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, you'll be responsible for:

• Assisting in planning and conducting geotechnical investigations and site assessments
• Performing field tasks including drilling oversight and construction observations, primarily in the NY/NJ area, with occasional travel outside NY/NJ to support project demands in other regions
• Assisting in geotechnical calculations and analysis for projects of various scales
• Preparing geotechnical reports, calculation packages, drawings, and specifications
• Utilizing geotechnical software such as LPILE, ALPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, GeoStudio, Settle3, and DeepEx
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams and being open to learning new tasks

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil or Geotechnical Engineering; a master's degree with Geotechnical emphasis is preferred
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience
• EIT certification or current registration for FE exam; candidates without their EIT will hold the title "Geotechnical Designer" and are expected to obtain their EIT for career advancement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to perform fieldwork as needed
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; familiarity with GeoStudio, ESoft APILE, LPILE, GROUP, and Settle3 is preferred
• Local candidates are preferred

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Experience with MS Office and relevant software applications
• Commitment to our employee-owned culture

Our Values and Commitment:

HDR is our company. We build on each other's experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. We foster a collaborative culture, encourage trust, and connect more closely with the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all play a role in creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) foster a sense of belonging and support engagement and contribution. Each group has an executive sponsor and welcomes all employees.

Additional Details

• Primary Location: United States - New York
• Industry: Highway + Road
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular

HDR is committed to employment equity and is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, or conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things happen.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges and are always looking for talented individuals to join our global teams.