Geotechnical Engineer

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Dental

Life Insurance

Long/Short-term disability

401k with company match

ESOP

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc. in Frederick, MD seeks a mid to senior geotechnical engineer, P.E., to lead diverse geotechnical, testing and monitoring projects in MD/VA. The role offers collaboration across the firm and travel as needed.

You will manage projects, prepare technical reports and proposals, provide client-facing technical support, and help maintain our standards of quality and safety. A P.E. is required; MS preferred.

Qualifications

• B.S. Civil Engineering; M.S. geotechnical preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in geotechnical reports in MD/Northern VA.
• P.E. required.
• Willing to travel and work out of town for short periods.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical projects from start to finish and prepare reports.
• Prepare proposals, cost estimates, plans, specs, and client communications.
• Provide geo-technical support to regional project managers/engineers.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure safety and quality standards.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

P.E.

Strong communication

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering

M.S. Geotechnical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are currently seeking a mid to senior level geotechnical engineer, P.E., to join our growing team in Frederick, MD and participate in a wide variety of geotechnical, testing, and monitoring related projects. Projects are primarily located within MD/VA areas. The candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with personnel at other HCEA offices throughout the company.

General Responsibilities

• Manage Geotechnical Engineering projects from start to finish including preparing technical geotechnical reports.
• Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, plans, technical specifications, and reports, including day to day correspondence with clients.
• Provide geotechnical/technical support to our other project managers/Engineers of the region (Frederick, Hagerstown, Chantilly, Leesburg).
• Support the office's other departments (CMT/Lab) as required.
• Enhance our client satisfaction ratings by providing thorough, professional service, and maintaining continuous communications to build long-term relationships.
• Oversee the technical excellence of all branch service providers and ensure that the highest levels of quality and integrity are the standard deliverable to our clients.
• Follow company safety and site safety standards.

Candidate Qualifications

• B.S. Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, M.S. preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in preparation of Geotechnical Reports in the MD/Northern VA geological region.
• Strong knowledge of the local jurisdiction's geotechnical requirements.
• P.E. required.
• Enthusiastic, self-starter with desire to provide excellent service to clients.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook, AutoCAD)
• Valid driver's license
• Willing to travel and work out of town for short periods of time.

Hillis-Carnes offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes: medical (Health Savings Account available), dental, life, long and short-term disability plans, 401k plan with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, paid time off, paid holidays and much more.

Hillis-Carnes is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for this position

Salary: $115000 - $175000 per year