Staff Engineer

GEI Consultants, Inc; Town of Middleton (WI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Cell phone stipend

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. in Madison, WI seeks a Staff Professional with a background in civil, geotechnical, structural, or water resources engineering to support field and design work.

Under supervision, you will assist with dam, landfill, and site development projects, build data management, and prepare technical reports and proposals for clients and regulators. The role involves field tasks, travel for field assignments, and occasional inspections.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical Eng or related field; MS desirable.
• E.I.T. desirable; ability to pursue registration.
• 0–4 years in civil/geotechnical/structural engineering.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Proficient MS Office; CAD/Civil 3D/Revit desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support field and engineering design and construction efforts.
• Prepare technical reports and proposals for clients/regulators.
• Coordinate geotechnical soil borings and instrumentation.
• Assist in inspections, permitting, and record documents for dams/landfills.
• Travel for field assignments as needed.

Skills

Civil Eng

Geotechnical Eng

Structural Eng

Water Resources

Report Writing

Software Proficiency

Field Supervision

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

MS desirable

Tools

GeoStudio

STAAD

SAP2000

Revit

Civil 3D

Job description

The Madison, Wisconsin office of GEI Consultants, Inc. (GEI) is seeking a Staff Professional with a background in civil, geotechnical, structural, or water resources engineering. Under supervision of senior staff, this individual will provide support to ongoing field and engineering design and construction efforts. Projects may include those related to dams and hydropower facilities, excavation support systems, building foundations, tunnels, solid waste landfills, and site development. Candidate will provide office support, data management, and technical report development. Field activities will include coordination and documentation of geotechnical soil borings; installation of wells and geotechnical instrumentation; and oversight and documentation during construction. Activities may also include inspections, permitting and creation of record documents for dams, structures, and landfills.

• Support services in one or more of the following engineering disciplines: Geotechnical Engineering (Slope Stability, Seepage, Foundations), Structural (Excavations Support, Concrete/Steel Structures, Tunnel Reinforcement), Solid Waste (Landfill Design and Construction Quality Assurance), Civil Engineering (Site Development), or Water Resources (Hydrology and Hydraulics).
• Support the development of decision-making documents such as feasibility studies and cost estimates, design and procurement documents such as engineering drawings and specification packages, and tools for contractor bid evaluation and oversight.
• Support site investigations and site assessments including soil borings and testing, facility inspections, sampling of concrete and soil; and technical oversight of subcontractors.
• Support data management and engineering analysis, technical report development, and assist in preparation of technical presentations and proposals to clients and regulators.
• Perform construction observation and documentation, materials testing services, and data collection for dams, landfills, buildings, and other infrastructure projects.
• This position has a field component, so travel for extended durations may be required. Candidates should be prepared to work in inclement conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical Engineering, or related degree; M.S. is desirable.
• E.I.T. is desirable, and ability to work towards professional registration.
• 0-4 years of previous professional experience in civil/geotechnical/structural engineering and consulting; knowledge and familiarity with engineering design processes.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills with technical analysis software, MS Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, and other computer applications. CAD, Civil 3D, and Revit experience is desirable.
• Experience with geotechnical analysis software, such as GeoStudio (SEEP/W, SLOPE/W or SIGMA/W), and analysis and design software (ENERCALC, MathCAD, SAP2000, STAAD, RISA), is desirable.
• Ability to work well alone and in a team atmosphere.
• Ability and willingness to travel for short-term and long-term field assignments as needed.
• Willingness and ability to perform field tasks and oversight.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career sitehere .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

X

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

X

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

X

X

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Taste or smell (taste=never)

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

X

Chemical

X

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

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