Geotechnical Engineer

RRC Companies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary engineering firm is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer in Austin, TX. This role will focus on utility-scale renewable energy projects, requiring 4+ years of relevant experience and a strong commitment to client satisfaction and quality workmanship. Join a team where employee happiness is prioritized along with professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k matching

Bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 4+ years of geotechnical experience in energy, industrial, or transportation projects.
• Complete understanding of field and laboratory testing.
• Hands-on experience with construction material testing and inspection.

Responsibilities

• Serve as engineering lead/project manager for utility-scale wind and solar energy projects.
• Oversee subsurface investigation and laboratory testing.
• Perform geotechnical analyses for foundation systems and earthwork.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Geotechnical design

Education

Professional Engineering (PE) registration

MSCE with a Geotechnical Engineering emphasis

Tools

Geotechnical design software

Job description

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RRC is a top-tier designer of utility-scale wind, solar, energy storage, data center, and oil & gas projects in the US and select international markets. We are uniquely positioned among U.S.-based engineering firms to offer the full scope of engineering and technical services: project development, geotechnical, civil, structural, electrical, and SCADA engineering, as well as land surveying, field services, and construction material testing. At RRC, we care. We care about our work, we care about our people, we care about our clients, and we care about the future of energy.

The Role

RRC is seeking a talented Geotechnical Engineer with 4 or more years of experience in energy, industrial, or transportation projects to join our team in Round Rock, Texas. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

Application must be filled out in its entirety for consideration.

Must understand & personify RRCs Core Beliefs

• Client Satisfaction understands the goal of always exceeding our clients expectation
• Employee Happiness able to work well with others. communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment and mediate conflicts between team members.
• Quality Work - Ability to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Above and Beyond - Versatility, flexibility, ability to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative and a willingness to go out of your way to assist others.
  
  

Essential Responsibilities

• Serve as a engineering lead/project manager for utility-scale wind and solar energy projects
• Oversee the planning and execution of subsurface investigation and the laboratory testing program for site characterization
• Perform complex geotechnical engineering and soil-structure analyses for evaluation of shallow and deep foundation systems, earthwork recommendations, dewatering during construction, slope stability, and access roadway design
• Develop and review calculations packages and geotechnical report and design memoranda, prepare design specifications, and perform research for new concepts and technologies
• Review project specifications and develop scope of work, schedules, and budgetary estimates for proposals
• Mentor entry-level engineering staff
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary design team, subcontractors, and clients
• Sitting, Standing, Walking, and lift up to 75lbs
  
  

Ideal Profile

Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) registration
• 4 or more years of geotechnical experience in energy, industrial, or transportation
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Complete understanding of field and laboratory testing
• Hands-on experience with construction material testing and inspection
• Familiarity with geotechnical standards and requirements
• Ability to lead and be part of a project team
• Experience resolving geotechnical issues during the construction phase
• Geotechnical design software package experience
• Project management and marketing skills are desired
• An entrepreneurial and motivated individual who understands the value of working toward success by delivering the highest quality of services to our clients
• Strong analytical skills and advanced understanding of the soils mechanics and geology topics preferred
• Position may require 10% travel time to construction project sites in the United States
• MSCE with a Geotechnical Engineering emphasis is a plus
• Experience with Pile Drivability Evaluation with GRLWEAP, pile load tests, PDA, dynamic pile capacity analysis using CAPWAP is a plus
  
  

Benefits

• RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:
• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k matching
• Bonus eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

What's on Offer?

• Flexible working options
• Fantastic work culture
• Attractive Salary & Benefits

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

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