Geotechnical Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Minnesota; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is hiring a Geotechnical Engineer in Minnesota. The role includes planning and preparing geotechnical investigations with a focus on water-related projects and requires an active commitment to the company’s employee-owned culture.

Qualifications include a professional Engineer license and proficiency with software like GeoStudio and MicroStation. The position offers a full-time schedule and presents opportunities to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires a professional engineering license recognized by the local licensing board.
• Experience with GeoStudio or Ensoft and Bentley geotechnical software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare geotechnical investigations and design activities.
• Participate in marketing efforts with clients.
• Organize and manage geotechnical investigations.

Skills

Microsoft Office applications

MicroStation

GeoStudio/Ensoft software

Bentley suite software

Education

Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare geotechnical investigations and design activities with significant impact on major company programs
• Participate in marketing efforts with both internal and external clients
• Organize, conduct, coordinate, and/or manage geotechnical investigations for water and other related projects
• Perform geotechnical analyses, prepare geotechnical reports, and coordinate with designers to implement recommendations
• Function as a Technical Specialist on large‑scale projects as needed
• Supervise professionals, technicians, and design teams as needed
• Demonstrate willingness to travel and occasionally adjust personal schedule to meet project requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

• Previous experience with Microsoft Office applications, MicroStation or other software as appropriate
• Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage and deep foundation response software, as appropriate
• Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Job Information

Primary Location: United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park

Industry: Water

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Dams Levees Civil Works

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.