Project Engineer, Geotech Nashville

Rummel, Klepper & Kahl, LLP; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Paid Holidays

Health, dental, vision, life anddis

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs and employee groups

Much, much more!

Job summary

RK&K is hiring a Geotechnical Project Engineer to join our Nashville and Knoxville offices. The role involves preparing plans and reports for geotechnical projects in transportation and municipal sectors, supervising field investigations, and developing design computations.

Requirements include a BS in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and 4+ years of geotechnical design experience. Proficiency in gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, FB-Pier, Rocscience, GRLWEAP, and Microstation is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 4+ years of geotechnical design experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, FB-Pier, Rocscience tools, and GRLWEAP.

Responsibilities

• Assist in geotechnical design and analysis for transportation and municipal projects.
• Supervise field investigations and prepare design computations.
• Prepare geotechnical recommendations, contract plans, and cost estimates.

Skills

Geotechnical design

P.E. license

gINT/LPile/APile

Microstation

Project engineering

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Tools

gINT

LPile

APile

MSEW

FB-Pier

Rocscience

GRLWEAP

Microstation

Job description

RK&K is hiring a Geotechnical Project Engineer to join our Nashville and our Knoxville Offices. If you are a Geotechnical Engineer with a desire to establish your career and develop your skills in a supportive, collaborative environment, free of the need to satisfy burdensome corporate metrics, then we want to talk to you. RK&K is a civil engineering firm offering qualified candidates the opportunity to partner with an industry leader while experiencing unparalleled growth and career development.

As a Geotechnical Engineer at RK&K you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines to prepare plans and reports related to geotechnical projects for variety of clients in the transportation and municipal sectors; you will conduct and supervise field investigations; develop design computations; and prepare of geotechnical recommendations, contract plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the development geotechnical portion of proposals and subsurface exploration programs,
• Perform geotechnical analysis using approved software,
• Preparation of bridge, roadway, retaining wall foundation, and structure recommendations,
• Preparation of Geotechnical Sheets, and
• Collaborate on innovative design concepts related to Geotechnical Engineering

Required Skills and Experience

• BS in Civil Engineering or related engineering degree
• Professional Engineer License is required
• Four (4) + years of Geotechnical Design experience
• Passion for client service and engineering
• Significant understanding of the following: gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, FB-Pier, Rocscience products, and GRLWEAP
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Knowledge of Microstation

Preferred Skills and Experience

• MS or advanced degree in Civil Engineering preferred
• Six (6) + years of Geotechnical Design experience, TDOT experience preferred

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

RK&K is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RK&K ensures equal employment opportunity in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities, you may contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900. Persons with hearing-and speech-impairments can contact RK&K by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD.) Call 711 for TTY/TDD or use the website at www.varelay.org.

If you need more information or special assistance regarding limited English proficiency, contact your RK&K office receptionist and they will be able to direct you to: 1) an individual within our company that speaks your language; 2) an outside service that can assist you in communicating with RK&K; or 3) you may also contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900.