Geotechnical Staff Engineer

CTL Thompson; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Long term disability insurance

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

401K

Profit sharing

Job summary

CTL|Thompson, Inc. in Fort Collins, CO is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Engineer for full-time employment.

The Staff Engineer will work under a managing engineer to complete design projects focused on soil exploration and foundation investigations for commercial, residential, and municipal projects. The position involves conducting geotechnical investigations, soil evaluations, pavement design and geological hazard analysis, with responsibilities including field testing, logging borings, and

Qualifications

• B.S. in civil, geotechnical or related engineering field is required.
• EIT designation or ability to obtain it within 6 months for candidates with a qualifying engineering degree.
• 0-5 years of relative engineering experience.
• At least 6 months of experience in an Engineering Field Technician position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations for foundation, slope stability, pavement design and earth retention.
• Perform testing and sampling on geotechnical materials.
• Prepare project documents and deliverables for clients.
• Log borings for geotechnical studies.
• Develop engineering recommendations for review by a senior engineer.
• Use software to aid project analysis.
• Plan field and subsurface investigations.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

AutoCAD

Problem solving

Learning agility

Education

B.S in civil/geotechnical or related engineering field

EIT designation or ability to obtain within 6 months

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

CTL|Thompson, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Engineer for full-time employment with our Fort Collins, CO office. The Staff Engineer will work at the direction of a managing engineer to complete design projects primarily involved with soil exploration and foundation investigations for commercial, residential, and municipal projects. The candidate would be responsible for performing a variety of studies including but not limited to drilling programs, geotechnical investigations, soil evaluations, pavement design and geological hazards.

Staff Engineers are paid an annual salary between $65,000.00 and $90,000.00 plus discretionary bonuses. Our full-time employees enjoy paid vacation and paid sick time as well as a generous benefits package which includes medical, life and long term disability insurances. Voluntary benefits options include dental, vision, critical illness, accident, supplemental life, short term disability, a flexible spending account and a health savings account. Retirement benefits include a 401K and Profit Sharing Plan.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct studies involving geotechnical investigations foundation, slope stability, pavement design and earth retention.
• Perform testing and sampling on various geotechnical materials.
• Prepare project documents and deliverables for clients.
• Log borings for geotechnical studies.
• Develop engineering recommendations for review by a senior engineer.
• Use relevant software to aid with project analysis.
• Perform and review field and lab tests for use in engineering analysis and reports.
• Plan field and subsurface investigations.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to learn new software in a timely manner.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent knowledge of current code requirements as appropriate for position.
• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of construction means and methods.
• Strong mathematical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate and work well with a team.

Education and Experience:

• B.S in civil, geotechnical or related engineering field.
• EIT designation or ability to obtain it within 6 months for employees who have a qualifying engineering discipline degree.
• 0-5 years of relative engineering experience.
• At least 6 months of experience in an Engineering Field Technician position.

This job operates in both an outside, field environment, and in an office setting. Regular work on computers while in the office. While working in the field, will be exposed to extreme weather conditions, including rain, snow, cold and heat. Routinely uses PPE and other safety equipment. Work will primarily be project focused but client interactions will be required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Ability to walk around constructions sites with uneven and varying terrain.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon:

• Verification of your right to work in the United States, as demonstrated by your completion of the I-9 form upon hire and your submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the I-9 form) verifying your identity and work authorization within three days of starting employment.
• Satisfactory completion of a drug test from a laboratory certified by Colorado and chosen (and paid for) by CTL|Thompson, Inc. The laboratory will collect and test the drug test samples, for which the required notice will be included with any employment offer and for which the required consent forms will be provided by the laboratory.
• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record in accordance with the company automobile insurance policy guidelines.

As leaders in the industry, CTL|Thompson, Inc. employs only those with technical excellence and professionalism. Individuals exhibiting these qualities are attracted to CTL|Thompson, Inc. by the potential for professional growth and advancement within the organization.

CTL|Thompson, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer/veterans/disabled.

Please note that CTL|Thompson, Inc. will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee in the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, CTL|Thompson, Inc. explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any such unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of CTL Thompson, Inc.

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