Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Incorporated; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to contribute to a groundbreaking nuclear project in Poland. This role involves performing vital geotechnical activities, including analytical calculations and numerical modeling, while working collaboratively with a diverse team. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring the project's success, requiring strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to innovation. You'll enjoy a dynamic work environment that values diversity and teamwork as you help shape the future of energy infrastructure. If you're ready to tackle significant challenges and make a lasting impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering with 5-7 years of experience required.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop geotechnical design parameters for foundations and perform calculations.
• Write technical memos and reports, including licensing documents.
• Coordinate with other technical disciplines in project execution.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Analytical Calculations

Numerical Modeling

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

SLOPE/W

LPILE

PLAXIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Relocation Authorized: National - Family

Telework Type: Part-Time Telework

Work Location: Reston, VA

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets.

Bechtel and Westinghouse Electric Company have partnered to deliver the first nuclear power reactors in Poland for our customer, the Polish Entity Polskie Elektrownie Jadrowe (PEJ). Bechtel will be the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor for the project. As the EPC, our responsibilities will include providing the design for the Turbine Island and Balance of Plant as well as the construction of the entire facility. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity, and we are looking for the talent that will help expand Poland’s nuclear base and build a strong and long-lasting energy future for generations to come.

Job Summary:

This position is for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer who will perform geotechnical activities for the Poland AP1000 project, and originate/check analytical calculations and numerical modeling, specifications, and reports (including licensing documents). The successful candidate will report to the Geotechnical Engineering Lead on the project. The successful candidate must have strong organizational and teamwork skills, proven problem-solving abilities, a can-do attitude, and the desire to innovate designs. The selected candidate will be expected to travel to the job site in Poland and other Bechtel and client offices in the U.S. and overseas for periods ranging from a few days to several months. In addition, it will be required that the candidate have excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and embrace Bechtel’s diversity, equity & inclusion, leadership, quality, and safety values. This will be a project assigned position based in Reston, VA.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities:

• Development of geotechnical design parameters for soil supported foundations.
• Bearing capacity and settlement calculations.
• Soil liquefaction assessments and mitigation.
• Ground improvement design and installation.
• Pile design and installation.
• Foundation settlement analysis.
• Soil slope stability analyses.
• Engineering specifications including earthworks, piling, ground improvement, soil excavation support, etc.
• Technical memo, study, and report writing (including code required and licensing documents).
• Vendor submittal review and integration into the design solution.
• Budget and schedule tracking and quality compliance.
• Coordination with other technical disciplines in planning and executing work as an integrated team.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering and 5-7 years of progressive related experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Previous demonstrable experience working with teams of geotechnical engineers (and/or engineering geologists).
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards (Polish, European, and International) related to geotechnical engineering.
• Experience with geotechnical software such as SLOPE/W, LPILE, PLAXIS, etc.
• Experience with Microsoft office programs, and other common computer programs.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to utilize engineering and office automation tools effectively.

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