Sr. Geotechnical Engineer - Dynamic Earth

Dynamic Engineering Consultants, PC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consulting firm as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, where you will lead subsurface investigations and engineering analyses for diverse site development projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex geotechnical challenges, providing design recommendations and collaborating with clients. Enjoy a vibrant company culture with team-building events and a competitive compensation package, including health benefits and professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about geotechnical engineering and eager to mentor others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Options

401k with Company Match

Paid Holidays

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Team Building Events

Catered Breakfast on Fridays

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in geotechnical consulting and construction material inspections.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) required; PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise field exploration programs for various project types.
• Prepare geotechnical engineering reports detailing investigation data.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Communication Skills

Independent Thinking

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Software Suite

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 2004, Dynamic Engineering Consultants, P.C., and its Family of Companies; Dynamic Earth, Dynamic Survey, and Dynamic Traffic, has emerged as one of the top Land Development Consulting Firms in the nation. Originating in New Jersey, the firm has grown to over 350 employees and 15 offices nationally. Dynamic caters to the demands of various Fortune 500 Companies, as well as an array of independent owners and developers of all sizes. We have built our company to offer a unique consulting experience paralleled with an understanding of the design and permitting process for all forms of commercial, industrial and residential development. At Dynamic, we pride ourselves in offering a fun and exciting career by investing in our employees with elite training programs that lead to advancement opportunities.

Overview

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for performing subsurface investigations, engineering analyses and evaluations related to site development projects, forensic investigations and/or to support design plans such as earth retaining structures, on-site wastewater treatment and disposal and foundation underpinning.

Responsibilities

1. Direct and supervise staff and contractors to complete field exploration programs for a wide range of project types.
2. Perform field investigations of complicated projects within areas of high potential geotechnical risk such as carbonate rock, shallow groundwater, and underlying organic deposits.
3. Prepare drilling/subcontractor instructions based on the project geotechnical scope.
4. Oversee engineering services during construction on projects involving shallow and deep foundations, support of excavations and earthwork operations.
5. Develop geotechnical and construction phase inspections scopes, schedules and budgets for proposals.
6. Prepare field investigation instructions for the field team based on the project geotechnical scope.
7. Communicate field results during subsurface explorations with the project team and/or client, as required.
8. Develop design recommendations and/or identify the need for additional investigation/testing based on field investigation results.
9. Develop and coordinate the laboratory testing program based on the field results.
10. Review and analyze field boring/test pit logs that identify subsurface soil composition and groundwater depths which are incorporated into a formal technical report.
11. Perform common geotechnical analysis for shallow foundations, deep pile foundations, earthwork, slope stability, retaining walls and pavements.
12. Prepare geotechnical engineering reports that detail the field investigation data and design recommendations that will be reviewed by project managers and supervisors.
13. Review and analyze construction phase testing and inspection reports for compliance with project specifications and/or project recommendations for additional testing, as required.
14. Assist project manager with field work coordination and project management support.
15. Communicate with clients and/or contractors to discuss project-related tasks and results.
16. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Soil Science, Geology or related engineering field; geotechnical engineering concentration preferred.
2. Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
3. 3-5 years’ experience in geotechnical consulting, construction material inspections or laboratory testing.
4. Engineer-In-Training (EIT) required.
5. Professional Engineer preferred or have the ability to obtain PE license.
6. Valid driver’s license required.
7. American Concrete Institute (ACI) concrete field-testing technician certificate, accredited construction inspection/materials testing certificates, OSHA 40, OSHA 10, and/or American Portable Nuclear Gauge Association (APNGA) gauge training preferred.
8. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
9. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Software Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
10. Independent and critical thinking.
11. Self-starter who can work independently and with team members.
12. Willing to mentor and implement training protocol to develop staff engineers and technicians.
13. Experience dealing with regulatory agencies and review professionals.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive compensation plan including medical, dental, and vision options, 401k with company match, paid holidays, PTO, tuition reimbursement and more. We strive to provide a great company culture consisting of a variety of team building events: trivia nights, softball and volleyball leagues, mini golf tournaments, BBQ’s, happy hours, poker nights, catered breakfast on Fridays, surfboard lending programs, and much more.