Staff Geotechnical Engineer

We are seeking a Staff or Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer to support a wide range of geotechnical engineering projects. This role involves both field and office responsibilities including geotechnical investigations engineering analyses construction observation laboratory coordination and report preparation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations and engineering analyses for commercial residential industrial and public works projects.
• Plan and coordinate subsurface exploration programs including boring layouts and utility clearance activities.
• Oversee drilling operations and provide field direction to drill crews and subcontractors.
• Classify soils and geologic materials and prepare detailed logs of borings test pits and cores.
• Perform field observations testing and construction support services.
• Conduct floor level surveys and other site evaluations as required.
• Review project plans specifications and geotechnical data.
• Coordinate laboratory testing programs and evaluate test results.
• Perform geotechnical calculations and engineering analyses including:
  • Slope stability analyses
  • Liquefaction evaluations
  • Dynamic settlement analyses
  • Deep foundation and pile design evaluations
• Prepare geotechnical reports technical memoranda letters and engineering recommendations.
• Collaborate with project managers engineers geologists and field personnel to support successful project delivery.

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Geological Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of geotechnical engineering experience; experience with a geotechnical consulting firm preferred.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics geotechnical engineering principles and subsurface investigation methods.
• Experience with field exploration soil classification geotechnical analyses and report preparation.
• Ability to perform technical calculations and interpret laboratory and field data.
• Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• Experience with geotechnical software used for slope stability settlement liquefaction and foundation analyses.
• Experience providing construction observation and geotechnical field support services.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward professional licensure.
• Familiarity with Colorado geologic and geotechnical conditions.

Additional Information :

Salary range: $/year depending on qualifications

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Job Type: Full-Time; in-office

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time