Staff Engineer

United Engineering Resources, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A management consulting services firm based in Sacramento, CA, is seeking a California-licensed Civil Engineer to prepare geotechnical recommendations for foundations and other structures. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, with at least 3-5 years of related geotechnical experience. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. This role involves managing multiple projects and ensuring contract adherence and profitability.

Qualifications

• California-licensed Civil Engineer.
• Minimum 3-5 years of related geotechnical experience.
• Experience with budget management, change orders, and contract administration procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare geotechnical recommendations for various structures.
• Coordinate subconsultants and manage field explorations.
• Compile and evaluate data for geotechnical reports.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Time management skills

Self-motivated and results driven

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Master of Science degree in soil mechanics engineering or closely related field

Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Job description

Duties include preparing geotechnical recommendations related to building foundations, pavement designs, bridges, landfills, soil liners, retention ponds, communication towers and other elements under the direct supervision of a registered geotechnical engineer. Responsible for establishment of initial site reconnaissance plan, subconsultant coordination and management, field explorations and sampling, data evaluation, laboratory soil characteristic and strength testing program, regulatory research, and preparation of final geotechnical reports. Candidate should have experience with deep foundation systems including drilled pier, caissons, auger cast piles, pipe piles, prestressed concrete piles, etc. Must have good technical report writing skills, the ability to manage multiple project assignments, and be responsible for project profitability.

Requirements

California-licensed Civil Engineer

Master of Science degree in soil mechanics engineering or a closely related field is desired but a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering will be considered

Minimum 3-5 years of related geotechnical experience

Excellent written and verbal communication, and time management skills

Experience with commercial, education, infrastructure, civic, healthcare and/or parking structures located in the State of California

Computer experience including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access

Experience with budget management, change orders and contract administration procedures

Self-motivated and results driven

Consistently able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

About the Company

United Engineering Resources, Inc. (UER) is a management consulting services firm with the following wholly-owned subsidiaries: Signet Testing Laboratories, Inc. and MatriScope Engineering Laboratories, Inc.

UER Family of Companies has been serving the construction industry for over 50 years. Our team of enthusiastic professionals provides value-added services in the disciplines of geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, material testing and special inspections. With offices located throughout Northern California we are able to effectively service projects through an extensive network of internal resources and accredited laboratory facilities.

Our markets include projects in the commercial office, hospitality, transportation, education, healthcare, civic and infrastructure market sectors. Our professional staff enhances the overall collaboration of all team members by insisting on an integrated project-based quality experience while maintaining traditional values in service and customer support.