GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER - 55004029

State of Florida; Lake City (FL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental, vision and additional ins.

Retirement

Holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Tuition waiver

Job summary

The State of Florida Department of Transportation is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for District Two – Transportation Operations, Materials and Research in Lake City, FL. This role focuses on evaluating projects, improving performance, and ensuring quality in geotechnical design and field applications.

Responsibilities include engineering analysis, sign and seal reports, reviewing plans and supporting contracts; the ideal candidate will hold a Professional Engineer license in Florida and

Qualifications

• Must have Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience in geotechnical design and field investigations.
• Strong analytical and verbal/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate projects to determine current status and optimize delivery.
• Perform engineering analyses and sign/seal reports as required.
• Review plans, specifications andQuality Control documents for accuracy.
• Provide guidance and technical assistance to field personnel.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Engineering analysis

Documentation/Reporting

Communication skills

PE licensed

Education

Professional Engineer license

Tools

Soil testing equipment

Job description

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Requisition No:883853

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER - 55004029

State of Florida Department of Transportation

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

Geotechnical Engineer, District Two – Transportation Operations - Materials and Research

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Where You Will Work:

Materials and Research 1109 South Marion Avenue, Lake City, FL 32025

Annual Salary Range:

$ 82,980.64 - $ 107,386.71

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Evaluate project/process to determine current performance status. Make/recommend improvements to optimize delivery or improve results. Notify stakeholders of any changes to the project/process. Ensure project/process is consistent, predictable, and repeatable.

Perform Independent Assurance evaluations in the field as described in Department procedures and the Federal Aid Policy Guide. Perform these evaluations in an objective and professional manner. Document and report findings.

Support consultant contracts in accordance with applicable rules, laws and procedures. Review the consultant work effort. Review and comment on invoices.

Perform engineering analysis of in-place conditions in the field. Perform warranty inspection and analysis in the field as required. Determine the cause(s) of the in-place conditions. Engineer solutions if necessary or requested by the customer. Sign and seal engineering report and recommendations as required.

Perform engineering analysis required to determine the best approach to Department soil and foundation needs. Perform engineering analysis required to determine the appropriate foundation installation technique and parameters. Perform engineering analysis required to determine if the installed foundation meets the design requirements. Design foundations and other geotechnical solutions to support Department infrastructure. Sign and seal engineering reports, geotechnical designs and specification as required.

Inspect materials in the field as requested or required during Construction, Maintenance or Design. Determine material compliance with Department contract and procedural documents. Inspect ongoing activities and documentation of materials related testing and inspection. Provide feedback and technical assistance to field personnel as appropriate. Document and report findings.

Analyze materials data for contract and procedural compliance. Take timely action to correct any errors in the data. Actively facilitate the notification of stakeholders of errors, failures or negative trends.

Provide materials related technical support to customers as requested. Provide support in time to meet the customer’s needs. Provide guidance and training to customers.

Review Quality Control plans, Construction plans, specifications, procedures and any other documents necessary to execute the Department’s mission. Provide clear comments as requested in time to be useful to the customer. Offer solutions when objecting to the approach that is proposed.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of the concepts, terminology, principles and analytical techniques of geotechnical engineering’ engineering design, construction, production and/or operations.

Skills in:

• Skilled in using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments.

Ability to:

• Ability to operate a personal computer for word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data.
• Ability to solve problems relating to engineering; plan design, evaluate and investigate engineering works and systems.
• Ability to apply quantitative techniques.
• Ability to monitor and inspect engineering projects.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments, communicate engineering information effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements:

• Registered as a Professional Engineer in accordance with Chapter 471 Florida Statutes.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• This position will respond before, during and after emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Registered as a Professional Engineer in accordance with Chapter 471 Florida Statutes.

The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• 10 paid holidays a year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Tuition waiver for public college courses

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES. If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Aff…

Location: LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32025 ALACHUA, FL, US, 32315

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