Supervising Geotechnical Engineer

RINA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supervising Geotechnical Engineer to lead a talented team in Chicago. This pivotal role involves managing geotechnical projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables while mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in geotechnical engineering, project management skills, and proficiency in design software like AutoCAD. Join a dynamic work environment that values innovation and professional growth, where your contributions will help shape the future of engineering projects across North America.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in advanced geotechnical engineering studies.
• 1+ years of experience leading an engineering team through project design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the work of engineering staff, ensuring project accuracy.
• Prepare design packages and oversee engineering plans and specifications.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Project Management

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Technical Report Writing

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

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RINA is currently recruiting for a Supervising Geotechnical Engineer to join its office in Chicago, IL within the North America Energy Division.

Compensation Data

Salary Range:

130-170K Annually

Mission

The Supervising Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for leading a small team of geotechnical engineers and geologists to complete projects on time and within budget to the established quality standards. Work will also include proposal preparation including subcontractor procurement and management. The Engineer at this level exercises independent initiative and judgement in setting and implementing engineering goals for the team. The individual is accountable for the technical work and productivity of the team.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead, plan, train, and supervise the work of engineering staff; verify the work for accuracy and completeness, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Provide technical expertise for discipline and serve as coach for engineering team.
• Direct and mentor junior engineers and support their development.
• Coordinate workload and set priorities for projects within team.
• Manage a variety of personnel actions including but not limited to selection, promotion, goal setting, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
• Perform advanced professional engineering actions including calculations and report preparation.
• Complete engineering computations, analyses, and lead designs from conception to completion
• Prepare design packages utilizing QA/QC policy and all applicable client standard and code requirements.
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, and costs for projects.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate work
• Scope development and prepare cost estimate of new work.
• Interface with clients and develop proposals for service.
• Review and seal geotechnical reports, designs and plans.
• Perform and/or review field work and evaluate collected data; assist with field engineering support and inspections as needed.
• Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions and use equipment and materials properly.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited institution required (discipline in Geotechnical or Civil engineering, or equivalent fields of study)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license and have ability to expand licensing to other states. Professional Geologist license preferred.
• 5+ years of experience independently planning, performing, and coordinating advanced level geotechnical engineering studies, computations, drawings, and reports.
• 1+ years of experience leading an engineering team through all phases of a project design with a strong ability to organize, supervise, and evaluate the work of staff.
• Advanced knowledge of design techniques and tools in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models
• Working knowledge of computer-aided design software and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering (i.e. AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel up to 15% for business needs.
  
  

Competencies

• ADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective way
• BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization
• EARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversity
• MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint
• PIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstances
• PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model
• THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future
  
  

With over 5,600 employees and 200 offices in 70 countries worldwide, RINA is a multinational player which provides certification, marine classification, product testing, site supervision and vendor inspection, training and engineering consultancy services across a wide range of sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion. The aim is to guarantee a project’s technical, environmental and safety - and sometimes also economic and financial - sustainability.

RINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.

Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy) national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.

RINA does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of RINA without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of RINA. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering, Environmental Services, and Information Technology & Services

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