Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Oregon, Portland (IL, OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and employee-owned consulting firm that excels in providing engineering and consulting services across various sectors. In this role, you will lead field investigations, perform engineering analysis, and ensure compliance with project specifications. Your expertise will shape the success of projects in public works, transportation, and energy. With a commitment to quality and safety, you will mentor less experienced engineers and contribute to business development efforts. This is an opportunity to thrive in a collaborative environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• 8-11 years of experience in engineering consulting.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.

Responsibilities

• Lead field investigations and engineering analysis for diverse projects.
• Ensure compliance with plans and specifications through review and inspection.

Skills

Engineering Analysis

Project Coordination

Technical Leadership

Risk Management

Quality Monitoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

General Responsibilities:

In this role, you will provide engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients. Responsibilities include performing and/or leading field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and preparing related reports. You will review drawings and construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications, prepare proposals and cost estimates, track project progress and budgets, and research and resolve design and construction issues. Additionally, you will analyze laboratory or field data and communicate complex engineering concepts to diverse audiences. Services may be provided for projects in public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial sectors.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Lead safety efforts: Ensure team follows safety rules, create a safe work environment, and promote pre-task planning.
2. Quality monitoring: Promote continuous quality improvement and monitor standards.
3. Risk management: Understand project-related risks and adhere to company policies.
4. Technical direction: Provide technical leadership for routine and complex projects.
5. Design and investigative planning: Conceptualize initial design or investigative approaches for major project phases.
6. Project coordination: Plan, schedule, and oversee engineering work, including complex features.
7. Review and supervision: Review complex projects and supervise analysis and report formulation.
8. Technical training and decision-making: Lead technical training and make informed decisions based on current technology.
9. Leadership in marketing and business development: Contribute to marketing and sales efforts.
10. Supervision: Oversee less experienced engineers or technical support staff.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
2. Minimum 8-11 years of experience.
3. Master's degree in Engineering preferred.
4. Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
5. Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

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About Terracon

Terracon is a 100% employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with over 6,000 employees across more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, we have specialized in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Our growth is driven by talented employee-owners exceeding client expectations and pursuing new opportunities.

Our vision, "Together, we are best at people," reflects our commitment to excellent compensation and benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, education reimbursement, and bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or military status.