Geotechnical Engineer: Dam & Levee Specialist

US Army Corps of Engineers

Wilmington (NC)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

48 hours ago

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Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers in the United States is seeking a geotechnical engineer to perform stability analyses, prepare geotechnical drawings and specifications, and conduct routine dam and levee instrumentation reporting and inspections. The role also involves scoping AE contracts for subsurface drilling and geotechnical lab services and advising on complex soil problems across districts.

The incumbent applies advanced geotechnical knowledge to support civil works and military

Qualifications

Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program.
Professional registration or licensure as PE/EI/EIT is preferred.
Experience with slope stability, foundation analysis and soils mechanics.
Ability to manage AE subsurface investigations and geotechnical labs.

Responsibilities

Performs stability, seepage, filter, settlement, and other geotechnical analysis for earthwork projects.
Prepares drawings, earthwork specifications, and other design documents for geotechnical components of assigned projects.
Performs routine dam and levee instrumentation reporting and inspections.
Provides scoping and support Architect/Engineering contracts for subsurface drilling and geotechnical lab services.
Provides consulting services to other District elements as a geotechnical expert and solves unusual soil problems.