Geotechnical Engineer: Field & Design for Bridges

WSP in the U.S.; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnical and Tunneling Team. The role can sit at Merrimack, NH, or other New England offices such as Portland, ME and Boston, MA.

You will perform field observations and design geotechnical systems for bridges, buildings, tunnels and retaining walls, and draft technical reports under supervision. Travel and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with geotechnical or tunneling focus.
• 3–5 years of relevant geotechnical experience.
• Extensive knowledge of geotechnical engineering and related disciplines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with technical writing and design software.
• Willingness to travel and perform field work.
• Pass WSP motor vehicle screening and adhere to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform/coordinate field observation and inspections of subsurface investigations.
• Perform geotechnical design for bridges, buildings, tunnels, and retaining walls.
• Prepare draft geotechnical memoranda and reports.
• Coordinate field observation of geotechnical construction.
• Assist in reports and contract documents.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Develop geotechnical work in New England and beyond.
• Take on additional duties as needed.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Field work

Verbal and written communication

Travel willingness

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical or Tunneling)

Master's degree in Geotechnical or Tunneling (preferred)

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GeoSlope

Plaxis

LPILE

SEEP/W

Job description

WSP is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnical and Tunneling Team. The role can sit at Merrimack, NH, or other New England offices such as Portland, ME and Boston, MA.

You will perform field observations and design geotechnical systems for bridges, buildings, tunnels and retaining walls, and draft technical reports under supervision. Travel and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams are essential to success.