Geotechnical Engineer

EARTH ENGINEERING INC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A geotechnical engineering firm in Houston is seeking a Civil Engineer to conduct analyses and recommendations on various projects. The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Civil Engineering and relevant experience in geotechnical work. Responsibilities include project management, lab test supervision, and customer communication. Competitive salary and benefits, including 401(k) matching, are offered.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in civil engineering required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of soil properties and geotechnical lab procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Writes geotechnical and phase I or II recommendations.
• Coordinates projects from beginning to end.
• Supervises laboratory tests and analyzes data.
• Conducts slope stability and settlement analysis.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Geotechnical knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Masters in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Responsibilities

• Writes geotechnical and Phase I or II recommendations.
• Coordinates the project from beginning to end – works with driller to assign drilling operations, selects and supervises laboratory testing, communicates with customers frequently about project status, writes the reports, and works with office staff for distribution of report.
• Supervision of laboratory tests, analyze lab test data.
• Supervision of field drilling.
• Recommendations for low- and high-rise buildings, industrial buildings, bridges, retail centers, residential developments, and retaining walls.
• Slope stability analysis.
• Settlement analysis for high rise buildings.
• Lateral load analysis for pile foundations.
• Bearing capacity analysis for drilled piers, straight shafts and auger cast piles.
• Design of pavement structures.
• Phase I environmental study.
• Preliminary fault study.
• Inspection of foundation systems such as spread footings, auger cast piles, driven piles and straight shafts.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering; Masters in Geotechnical preferred with two to five (2-5) years’ experience.
• Able to work with little or no supervision. TX PE is preferred.
• Working knowledge of soil properties, testing, and geotechnical laboratory procedures.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Professional and specialized engineering software applications.
• Maintain effective working relationships with lab personnel and clients.
• Excellent organizational skills to maintain a fast-paced working environment and report schedule.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Additional requirements

• All applicants must pass a drug test prior to employment and will be subject to random drug screens.
• Driving record and background checks will be done.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment when needed and comply with all safety requirements.