Geotechnical Engineer - Rail

Olsson Associates; Fayetteville (AR); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401(k) match

Opportunities for tailored development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Health care, vision, dental, and paid time off

Job summary

Olsson Associates is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join their Rail Construction and Administration Management team in Fayetteville, Arkansas. In this role, you will perform geotechnical engineering design and project management duties, ensuring the stability and strength of client projects.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering, be a registered PE, and possess over four years of relevant experience. Competitive benefits include a robust 401(k) match and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related Geotechnical analysis and design experience.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing 30 pounds or more.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical engineering design and project management.
• Process design calculations and develop project scopes.
• Travel to various job sites for observation.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering

Registered professional engineer (PE)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

As a Geotechnical Engineer on our Rail Construction and Administration Management team, you will bridge the gap between soils at client sites and structures, ensuring the stability and strength of their projects from the ground up. You will perform geotechnical engineering design, project proposal, and management duties with integrity and a drive to succeed. You will also process design calculations, develop project scopes and schedules, and travel to job sites for observation. This position will ensure high client service by providing constructible designs, meeting deadlines, and creating clear communications with our clients.

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of or near any Olsson office locations; close proximity to an airport is acceptable as well. This role involves traveling to various job sites and working in diverse terrains and weather conditions.

Qualities and Experience

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities
• Empowering others to use their talents
• Traveling and navigating a dynamic team environment
• Prioritizing safety by fostering a culture of awareness in all operations

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Bachelor’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering required
• Must be a registered professional engineer (PE)
• 4+ years of related Geotechnical analysis and design experience
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite products
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing 30 pounds or more
• Valid driver's license required

Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) match
• Opportunities for tailored development paths
• Possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Work that has a positive impact on communities
• Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Health care, vision, dental, paid time off, and bonus system rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.