Geotechnical Engineer - Transportation

Froehling & Robertson; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Richmond, VA is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer with 4-8 years of experience in geotechnical design, particularly in bridge and roadway projects. The role involves planning field exploration programs, conducting engineering analysis, and preparing proposals and reports. The successful candidate will have strong project management skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients. Comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

In-House training

Comprehensive group medical insurance

Opportunity for professional growth

Paid time off

Company-observed paid holidays

Short and long-term disability coverage

401K retirement / w Employer Match

Company Laptop

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of geotechnical design experience with bridge and roadway projects.
• Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise field exploration programs.
• Prepare geotechnical engineering proposals and reports.
• Perform geotechnical engineering analysis and computer modeling.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

• Plan and supervise field exploration programs
• Plan laboratory testing programs
• Perform geotechnical engineering analysis and computer modeling
• Develop geotechnical engineering recommendations
• Prepare geotechnical engineering proposals and reports
• Support other geotechnical department activities.

What you need to have :

• At least 4-8 years of progressive geotechnical design experience including engineering analysis and experience with management of bridge and roadway projects (VDOT project experience strongly preferred).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s degree preferred).
• Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external clients.
• Valid driver’s license with insurable driving record required.
• Self-starter with strong project and task management skills.
• An internal leader with the ability to work in a team and meet schedule and budget requirements.
• An external leader with the ability to proactively build relationships and seek out opportunities.
• Ability to continuously sit, stand, and walk
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outside in frequent changes of temperatures
• Ability to occasionally bend, squat, climb, push, and pull
• Ability to work in environments containing dust and fumes
• Ability to frequently drive to and from work sites, must have valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record
• Ability to occasionally travel overnight

Check out our Perks + Benefits :

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits :

• In-House training
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement / w Employer Match
• Company Laptop

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

F&R offers equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability or without regard to whether or not she or he is a disabled veteran or a veteran of any war or any other distinction prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

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Geotechnical Engineer • Richmond, VA , USA