Project Civil-Geotechnical Engineer

GEI Consultants, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Profit Sharing

Job summary

GEI’s Knoxville office is seeking a Project Civil/Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. The candidate will be part of a connected team of GEI professionals working across the country.

This individual will contribute to planning and implementation of projects in a variety of natural and urban settings. Under supervision of more senior staff, this individual will provide support to ongoing field and engineering design efforts.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of applicable professional experience.
• B.S. Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering; MS considered a plus.
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license within four years.
• Ability to work in a team environment indoors and outdoors.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel on temporary work assignments.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical projects and assignments as an assistant project manager in coordination with senior project managers and support staff.
• Prepare detailed memoranda and reports on technical assignments and present technical information to peers and clients.
• Prepare design documents including drawings, technical specifications, basis of design documents, bid documents and project schedules.
• Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel.
• Working knowledge of Federal and Local regulatory and permitting requirements is desirable.
• Computer modeling, CAD and GIS experience a plus

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Fieldwork

Travel

Education

B.S. Civil Eng

Tools

CAD

GIS

Computer Modeling

Job description

Your role at GEI.

GEI’s Knoxville office is seeking a Project Civil/Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. The candidate will be part of a connected team of GEI professionals working across the country. This individual will contribute to planning and implementation of projects in a variety of natural and urban settings. Under supervision of more senior staff, this individual will provide support to ongoing field and engineering design efforts. Field activities will include coordination and documentation of geotechnical investigations and construction quality assurance projects. The candidate will also provide support to ongoing design efforts that include preparation of design documents for geotechnical analyses such as derivation of geotechnical engineering parameters, bearing capacity, and settlement.

• Execute technical projects and assignments as an assistant project manager in coordination with senior project managers and support staff. Example projects include substation and transmission structure construction, construction quality assurance for earthwork and concrete construction, dam rehabilitation, flood control, stormwater management planning and design.
• Prepare detailed written memoranda and reports on technical assignments and present technical information to peers and clients.
• Prepare design documents including drawings, technical specifications, basis of design documents, bid documents and project schedules.
• Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel.
• Working knowledge of Federal and Local regulatory and permitting requirements is desirable.
• Computer modeling, CAD and GIS experience a plus

Description

GEI’s Knoxville office is seeking a Project Civil/Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. The candidate will be part of a connected team of GEI professionals working across the country. This individual will contribute to planning and implementation of projects in a variety of natural and urban settings. Under supervision of more senior staff, this individual will provide support to ongoing field and engineering design efforts. Field activities will include coordination and documentation of geotechnical investigations and construction quality assurance projects. The candidate will also provide support to ongoing design efforts that include preparation of design documents for geotechnical analyses such as derivation of geotechnical engineering parameters, bearing capacity, and settlement.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Execute technical projects and assignments as an assistant project manager in coordination with senior project managers and support staff. Example projects include substation and transmission structure construction, construction quality assurance for earthwork and concrete construction, dam rehabilitation, flood control, stormwater management planning and design.
• Prepare detailed written memoranda and reports on technical assignments and present technical information to peers and clients.
• Prepare design documents including drawings, technical specifications, basis of design documents, bid documents and project schedules.
• Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel.
• Working knowledge of Federal and Local regulatory and permitting requirements is desirable.
• Computer modeling, CAD and GIS experience a plus

Minimum Qualifications

• 5-10 Years of applicable professional experience.
• B.S. Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, M.S. considered a plus.
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license within four (4) years.
• Ability to work in a team environment both indoors and outdoors.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel on temporary work assignments.
• Valid driver’s license.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow. We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges. With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More…

Physical Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands

Sedentary

X

Light

X

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

Far Vision

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

Hearing

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Usual workday hours

8

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.