WSP in the U.S. · 4 hours ago

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Boston, MA

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

5+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Perform/coordinate field observation and special inspection of subsurface investigations in soils and rock

Perform geotechnical engineering design and analyses for bridges, buildings, tunnels, underground structures, and retaining walls under minimal supervision of senior engineers

Prepare/draft geotechnical memoranda, data reports and design reports

Perform/coordinate field observation and special Inspection of geotechnical construction

Assist task leaders in preparation of reports and Contract Documents

Collaborate with other disciplines and project partners

Assist to develop and coordinate geotechnical work in New England and other areas

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Determine well-defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, soil/water/sludge/rock samples, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, hydrologic analysis, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.

Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis of rock and soil environmental data, and reporting.

Qualification

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Required

Bachelor's degree Civil Engineering with a concentration in Geotechnical or Tunneling Engineering, or a closely-related field

5 to 7 years of relevant experience

Extensive knowledge of geotechnical engineering and working knowledge of related disciplines (Structures, Civil, and/or Environmental)

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GeoSlope, Plaxis, Settle, LPILE, GROUP, GRLWEAP, SEEP/W, RockSciences Software, etc), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and other tools.

Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in work environment

Ability and willingness to travel and perform field work

Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies