Principal Geotechnical/CMT Engineer - Northern NJ

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Medical insurance with HSA options

401k plan with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Southern Plainfield, NJ is seeking a seasoned Geotechnical Engineer. You will engage in diverse projects, preparing geotechnical reports and overseeing field inspections. Ideal candidates should have 12+ years of consulting experience and a P.E. license in NJ. The firm values mentorship and offers an extensive benefits package including 401k with company match, medical, and a wellness program. Join a dynamic team and be part of an employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering consulting.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license in New Jersey or ability to obtain it.
• Local to Northern New Jersey region or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Work with geotechnical and materials testing/inspections departments.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and provide technical support.
• Review construction inspection daily field reports.

Skills

Mentoring junior staff

Strong oral and written communication

Business development

Leadership

Education

Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering

M.S. in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Geotechnical software (tablogs, L-Pile, SLIDE, Settle 3D, MSEW)

L-Pile

SLIDE

Settle 3D

MSEW

Job description

Overview

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates (HCEA) is a multi-disciplined ENR Top 500 engineering firm with 20 offices in the mid-Atlantic and Florida. We have demonstrated a history of success for the past 35 years. We are 100% employee-owned ESOP, and our history of success can be attributed to our motivational employee owners. We believe in fostering teamwork, rewarding ambition, and providing opportunities for professional advancement.

Responsibilities

Candidate will work with our geotechnical and materials testing/inspections departments and be responsible for a wide variety of projects for public and private sector clients. Duties may include but are not limited to; general geotechnical engineering practice including the preparation of geotechnical reports/calculation, technical support of field staff, review of construction inspection daily field reports, and occasional project site field visits related to the projects you are involved in. This position is currently listed as non-managerial but depending on the qualifications of the applicant could be re-categorized as a Managing Principal.

Requirements

• Local to the Northern New Jersey region or willing to relocate
• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or similar ABET accredited Engineering degree
• 12+ years of progressive experience in the geotechnical engineering consulting industry.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license in New Jersey or the ability to obtain such license through reciprocity within 3 months of hire date.
• Willingness and ability to mentor junior staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Local Northern New Jersey market experience including local industry relationships.
• Familiarity with geotechnical software (i.e., tablogs/Tablabs, L-Pile, SLIDE, Settle 3D, MSEW, etc.).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong business development skills and experience.
• Ability to interpret engineering and construction plans/specifications.
• Experience with senior review of geotechnical reports prepared by staff engineers.

Benefits

We are a proudly an employee-owned company and we believe our employees should have the best benefits! Hillis-Carnes' benefits package includes paid holidays, generous paid time off, medical (with Health Savings Account options), dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, 401k plan with a company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (that means you have ownership in the company upon eligibility), employee assistance plan, company events, wellness program, employee self-service site, and much more.

Hillis-Carnes is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer

Minorities and Women are encouraged to apply.