Geotechnical Engineer - Foundations & Earthwork Specialist

HDR, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A geotechnical engineering firm based in Omaha is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support design recommendations for various civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree with relevant experience or a Bachelor's with additional years of experience. Responsibilities include conducting geotechnical analyses, preparing reports, and mentoring junior staff. This is an opportunity to work on diverse projects with travel across Nebraska and the surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in geotechnical engineering (or 5 years with a Bachelor's).
• Experience in Cone Penetration Testing (CPT) and geophysical methods.
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally for project sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical engineering analysis for foundations and earthwork.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and complete site reconnaissance.
• Mentor junior engineers and review their work.

Skills

Subsurface investigations

Soil strata analysis

Geotechnical software

Foundation design

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

LPILE

AutoCAD

MATLAB

Job description

A geotechnical engineering firm based in Omaha is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support design recommendations for various civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree with relevant experience or a Bachelor's with additional years of experience. Responsibilities include conducting geotechnical analyses, preparing reports, and mentoring junior staff. This is an opportunity to work on diverse projects with travel across Nebraska and the surrounding areas.