Geotechnical Engineer – Transportation

Engineering Consulting Service; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Geotechnical Project Engineer in Greensboro, where you'll lead innovative geotechnical projects. In this dynamic role, you'll oversee subsurface explorations, conduct critical analyses, and mentor project teams. Your expertise will drive the development of geotechnical deliverables, ensuring project efficiency and quality. Enjoy a collaborative environment that fosters continuous learning and professional growth, all while making a significant impact on various infrastructure projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading engineering consulting firm that values its employees and promotes a culture of excellence.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health insurance plans

Retirement plans

College savings plans

Qualifications

• 4+ years of geotechnical experience with emphasis on design and development.
• Professional Engineer License (P.E.) is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field activities and crews for subsurface exploration.
• Provide foundation recommendations and slope stability analysis.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Analytical Skills

Report Writing

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Master's or advanced degree

Tools

gINT

LPile

APile

MSEW

FB-Pier

GRLWEAP

MicroStation

Job description

What You'll Do

The ECS Special Projects Group (SPG) is hiring a Geotechnical Project Engineer to join our team in Greensboro. As a Geotechnical Engineer in our SPG group, you will play a pivotal role in planning and overseeing subsurface explorations and performing analyses for transportation, facilities, water resources, and other types of projects.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of geotechnical project proposals and subsurface exploration programs.
• Supervise related field activities and crews (drilling/test pit/inspection) to gather essential data for project assessments.
• Provide slope stability analysis, shallow and deep foundation design including axial and lateral capacity, retaining structure design, settlement, etc.
• Review post-bid construction plans to ensure adherence to project specifications and requirements.
• Provide foundation recommendations for various structures as needed, based on thorough analysis and assessment.
• Introduce innovative design concepts in Geotechnical Engineering to optimize project efficiency and performance.
• Mentor and support Staff Project Managers and technicians in their development.
• Collaborate effectively with project teams to ensure timely and high-quality project deliverables.
• Demonstrate initiative and leadership in problem-solving and decision-making processes.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development to enhance skills and expertise.
• Adhere to project schedules and budgets, ensuring efficient project management practices. Maintain open communication channels with clients, addressing their needs and concerns effectively.

What We're Looking For

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Professional Engineer License (P.E.) is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering; a Master's or advanced degree is preferred.
• 4+ years of geotechnical experience with an emphasis in design and development of geotechnical deliverables including investigation and design reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Proficiency in DOT Geotechnical Design Manual (GDM) and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• Experience with engineering software including gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, FB-Pier, and GRLWEAP and slope stability.
• Proficiency in MicroStation.
• Strong analytical and report writing skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required.

Who We Are

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 2,800 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #64 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2024), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #28 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2024). For additional information about ECS click here.

We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about the great benefits at ECS.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.