Geotechnical Engineer

Exp Global Inc.

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

EXP is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join the Northeast infrastructure group and support major transit and rail projects in the New York metropolitan area. You will perform analyses, investigations, and design for transportation and infrastructure programs, collaborating across civil, structural, environmental, and construction teams.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of geotechnical experience, a Civil/Geotechnical degree, and a PE license or ability to obtain.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering.
3–5 years geotechnical engineering experience.
PE license or ability to obtain preferred.
Experience with geotechnical investigations, analyses and technical report preparation.
Familiarity with NYC-area geological conditions and subsurface challenges preferred.
Working knowledge of NYSDOT, MTA, Port Authority, NYCDEP and NYC DOB standards a plus.
Strong technical writing, communication and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Responsibilities

Perform geotechnical engineering analyses and design for transportation, transit, aviation, infrastructure, and development projects.
Assist with planning and execution of subsurface investigations, including drilling, sampling, field testing, and laboratory testing programs.
Evaluate geotechnical data and prepare engineering reports with recommendations for foundations, earth retention systems, ground improvement, pavement design, embankments, and slope stability.
Develop foundation designs for shallow and deep foundation systems.
Support the design of retaining walls, support-of-excavation systems, and temporary structures.
Perform settlement analyses, seepage evaluations, and geotechnical modeling using industry-standard software.
Coordinate with civil, structural, environmental, and construction teams throughout project delivery.
Conduct site visits and construction observation activities as required.
Assist in preparing technical proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates.
Contribute to client interactions and support business development initiatives.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Technical writing

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Your work environment at EXP

In this role you will be a part of the infrastructure group in the Northeast market. We are currently looking to grow and enhance our transit, rail control systems, structural, roadway, and tunneling practices and are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Geotechnical Engineer to support major transit and rail projects throughout the New York metropolitan area.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

Perform geotechnical engineering analyses and design for transportation, transit, aviation, infrastructure, and development projects.
Assist with planning and execution of subsurface investigations, including drilling, sampling, field testing, and laboratory testing programs.
Evaluate geotechnical data and prepare engineering reports with recommendations for foundations, earth retention systems, ground improvement, pavement design, embankments, and slope stability.
Develop foundation designs for shallow and deep foundation systems.
Support the design of retaining walls, support-of-excavation systems, and temporary structures.
Perform settlement analyses, seepage evaluations, and geotechnical modeling using industry-standard software.
Coordinate with civil, structural, environmental, and construction teams throughout project delivery.
Conduct site visits and construction observation activities as required.
Assist in preparing technical proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates.
Contribute to client interactions and support business development initiatives.

What your experience looks like

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline.
Minimum 3-5 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain preferred.
Experience supporting infrastructure, transportation, transit, aviation, building, or land development projects.
Experience with geotechnical investigations, engineering analyses, and technical report preparation.
Familiarity with NYC-area geological conditions and subsurface construction challenges is preferred.
Working knowledge of applicable NYSDOT, MTA, Port Authority, NYCDEP, and NYC DOB standards is a plus.
Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced consulting environment.

The salary range for this role is $90,000 to $120,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's skill set, experience, certifications, and geographic location. Compensation may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including health insurance, vacation time, and 401(k) retirement benefits

About Us

Our story With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com .

About the Team

EXP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Sex, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression.

Should you need any special accommodations, please feel free to contact us at hrsupport@exp.com and we will arrange for the most suitable accommodations based on your needs.

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