Geotechnical Engineer: Field & Lab Leader (PTO + 401k)

THD Design Group Inc; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (Vacation and Personal)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Matching 401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

THD Design Group is a comprehensive Surveying and Engineering Services company with more than 30 years of experience. We are looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to perform essential duties including field work, laboratory testing, and project reporting in a multi-disciplinary environment in Chesterfield, Missouri.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Geological or Civil Engineering; EIT for preferred; PE welcome. Strong communication, multitasking and time management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geological/Civil Engineering or related field.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI) preferred.
• Open to all experience levels including Professional Engineer (PE).
• Strong problem solving and resolution skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to communicate via email and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Work in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide engineering and consulting support for THD's projects and clients.
• Communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams.
• Assist in developing the scope of services, cost estimates, and proposals for a variety of projects including residential, commercial, transportation, and infrastructure.
• Perform geotechnical field work including field reconnaissance, preparation of field boring logs, obtaining soil samples, construction observation, and material testing services.
• Participate in geotechnical laboratory testing, engineering analysis, and development of engineering recommendations.
• Prepare reports, plans, and specifications based on engineering analysis.
• Attend meetings with clients as a representative of THD.
• Project management activities to track and evaluate project scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management and maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong problem solving

Multitasking

Time management

Communication (email/verbally)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geological/Civil Engineering

Job description

THD Design Group is a comprehensive Surveying and Engineering Services company with more than 30 years of experience. We are looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to perform essential duties including field work, laboratory testing, and project reporting in a multi-disciplinary environment in Chesterfield, Missouri.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Geological or Civil Engineering; EIT for preferred; PE welcome. Strong communication, multitasking and time management are essential.