Senior Geotechnical/Civil Engineering

WSP Global Inc.; Holland (MI); In loco; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Senior Geotechnical/Civil Engineer for our Lansing or Holland, MI offices.

You will work with the Earth & Environment Team on projects across solid waste, power, transportation, stormwater, and infrastructure, performing geotechnical design, earthworks, and regulatory permitting. You will lead subsurface investigations, prepare reports and drawings, and train junior staff while coordinating with clients and agencies.

Competenze

• Minimum Bachelors of Science degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering.
• 5-7 years of experience in geotechnical, geological and/or civil engineering design and/or construction.
• Registration as Engineer-in-Training or recent Professional Engineer license.
• Experience in construction quality assurance, solid waste/landfill design and construction, geotechnical evaluations, earthworks construction and/or soils testing, permitting documents, drawings, specifications and estimates.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using RocScience, GeoStudio or Ensoft suites.
• Ability to work independently and within groups.
• Strong leadership and positive attitude.
• Attention to QA/QC and adherence to codes and safety policies.

Mansioni

• Developing, scoping, and managing small-sized projects.
• Develop and manage subsurface investigations and laboratory testing programs.
• Conduct geotechnical engineering analysis and investigations.
• Civil layout, grading and drainage design.
• Prepare engineering design reports, drawings, specifications, and estimates.
• Assist with construction quality assurance projects.
• Engage with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Mentor junior staff.

Conoscenze

Geotechnical engineering

Civil engineering design

Construction quality assurance

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Formazione

BSc in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering

Strumenti

RocScience

GeoStudio

Ensoft suites

Descrizione del lavoro

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Geotechnical/Civil Engineer for our Lansing or Holland, MI office. This role will allow you to be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

In this role, you will join our waste industry services team and focus on projects related to solid waste, power, transportation, stormwater, infrastructure, and agriculture. The successful candidate will be able to support a diverse range of areas including, but not limited to, geotechnical design and analysis, civil design, earthworks construction, piping systems, surface water management, erosion and slope stability, and landfill permitting and design. An appreciation for high quality, effective communication, and client-focused work products in essential. Some travel will be required.

Your Impact

• Developing, scoping, and managing small-sized projects.


• Develop and manage subsurface investigations and laboratory testing programs.


• Conduct geotechnical engineering analysis including geotechnical investigation programs,


• Civil layout, grading and/or drainage design.


• Preparing engineering design reports, drawings, technical specifications, and/or engineer’s estimates.


• Assist with construction quality assurance projects.


• Client interaction.


• Regulatory agency interaction.


• Training junior staff.


• Experience with preparing and understanding grading plans and earthworks related construction drawings and construction specifications.


• Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans.


• Interpret and summarize data, including reports and documents that result in sound engineering and regulatory conclusions.


• Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients.


• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.


• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelors of Science degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering.


• 5-7 years of experience in the practice of geotechnical, geological and/or civil engineering design and/or construction.


• Registration as Engineer-in-Training or recent Professional Engineer license.


• Experience in some of the following areas of practice (with a willingness to learn the others): construction quality assurance, solid waste/landfill design and construction, geotechnical engineering evaluations, earthworks construction and/or soils testing, preparing permitting documents, preparing and/or reviewing construction documents such as drawings, technical specifications, engineer’s estimates, and construction quality assurance plans.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software.


• Experience using geotechnical engineering software such as Rocscience, GeoStudio or Ensoft suites.


• Ability to work both independently and within groups.


• Excellent work history with leadership abilities and a positive attitude.


• Proficient with making technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.


• Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to junior-level team or project members, with strict adherence to quality assurance/quality control


• Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.


• Proven track record of uplifting workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and anti-harassment policies.


• Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs.


• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.