Sr Geotechnical Engineer

Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hazardous materials management is seeking a qualified geotechnical and civil engineer. The successful candidate will undertake complex engineering services, ensuring project quality from planning to execution. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and substantial experience in geotechnical engineering are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Ten years of related geotechnical/civil engineering experience preferred.
• Must be a licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Specialization in geotechnical engineering desired.

Responsibilities

• Geotechnical exploration planning and budgeting.
• Preparation of subsurface exploration and engineering scopes.
• Field engineering activities including testing and evaluations.

Skills

Technical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of science in civil engineering

Master's degree in geotechnical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

(Accepting Relocating Candidates too) This employee will perform geotechnical and civil engineering services under the supervision of the Division Director of Engineering. Employee may also provide field engineering consulting services as coordinated with the construction services department.

Key Responsibilities

• Geotechnical exploration planning and budgeting including but not limited to.
• Review of project drawings and specifications
• Review of geologic conditions and prior subsurface information
• Preparation of subsurface exploration, laboratory and engineering scopes of work
• Preparation of subsurface exploration, laboratory and engineering quotations
• Preparation of quotation documents, qualifications documents and other engineering marketing documents
• Geotechnical engineering analysis and design including but not limited to:
• Review and visual classification of soil boring samples,
• Review and interpretation of field boring logs and laboratory data
• Soil characterization including strength and compressibility,
• Shallow foundation design, including immediate and total settlement predictions
• Deep foundation designs, including lateral loading analysis and deflection prediction,
• Flexible and rigid pavement designs
• Retaining wall analysis and design
• Slope stability analysis and design
• Characterization of sites with respect to seismic activity
• Geo-structural engineering analysis and design of:
• Excavation bracing and shoring systems
• Earth retaining structures
• Shoreline stabilization and protection structures, bulkheads, and walls
• Underpinning systems
• Field engineering activities including but not limited to;
• Perform field testing utilizing necessary equipment and instrumentation,
• Evaluation of shallow foundation sub grade conditions,
• Characterization of OSHA soil types for temporary excavations
• Evaluations of pavement and structure sub grades
• Soil stabilization consultations
• Construction materials sampling and evaluations
• Preparation of field engineering reports.
• Business development activities including but not limited to;
• Preparation of case histories and other marketing documents
• Participation in professional and trade organizations
• Presentations to clients and trade organizations on geotechnical engineering topics.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of science in civil engineering from ABET-accredited institution
• Master's degree with specialization in geotechnical engineering
• Must be a licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Minimum ten (10) years related geotechnical /civil engineering experience preferred.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Must possess strong technical, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must possess ability, desire and drive to develop into a leadership role within the Toledo office and company organization.
• Must demonstrate flexibility and willingness to modify personal schedule as required to meeting project deadlines
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must be willing to travel as required for projects (most travel is within 90 miles of assigned office).
• Must be willing to participate in client development activities outside of regular work hours.

Reporting Relationships

• Toledo Operations Manager
• Director Engineering and Environmental Services Division
• Responsive to other company managers