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Stantec · 3 months ago

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Lynwood, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$126K/yr - $190K/yr

8+ years exp

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. They are seeking an experienced Professional Geotechnical Engineer to lead and manage diverse geotechnical engineering projects across various sectors, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and providing mentorship to junior professionals.

ArchitectureConsultingInterior DesignProfessional Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Follow safe work practices and adhere to company guidelines for planning and executing work in a safe manner

Work in conjunction with engineers, geologists, and scientists to solve project challenges, leading design tasks and overseeing design calculations as required

Work on a variety of small to large projects spanning from transportation, residential, commercial, and industrial developments as well as linear corridors and geohazard work

Mentor, coach, and train less experienced professionals as required, encouraging growth and succession within the team

Manage projects and tasks with the assistance of 1 to 10 engineers

Select criteria for planning, design, and construction of geotechnical engineering projects for all sectors

Assist with feasibility studies by conducting research to assess challenges and develop solutions

Conduct and supervise staff performing numerical analysis using programs such as FLAC, PLAXIS, Phase2, SEEP/W and SLOPE/W

Develop familiarity with regulatory agency requirements, technical design standards, and industry standards and guidelines

Lead the preparation of and take responsibility for technical reports including geotechnical data reports, geotechnical baseline reports, field reports, technical memoranda, computation packages, feasibility reports, and design and evaluation reports

Contribute to design drawings and specifications for various levels of design (e.g. 30%, 60%, 90%, 100% design)

Participate in professional development and training activities

Lead by example with active support of internal policies and practices, including health & safety, risk management, project management, and quality management

Grow internal and external networks to further enhance Stantec reputation and identify additional talent to join our team

Mentor and train future leaders, including development of succession plans for key positions

Promote collaboration and teamwork across business lines and geographies

Qualification

Geotechnical engineeringNumerical analysisProject managementMicrosoft OfficeTechnical report writingTeam buildingCommunication skillsProblem solvingLeadership experience

Required

8 to 12 years' work experience in geotechnical engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university; Master's preferred

Oregon and/or Washington professional engineer license preferred, or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment

Working knowledge of the principles of geotechnical engineering

Willing and able to travel to project sites regionally and occasionally nationally

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software

Understanding of multi-disciplinary design teams with experience of collaborating across projects

Ability to thrive in a multi-disciplinary environment

Strong technical skills are a must and experience serving on a technical board is an asset

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Team building skills are essential for the candidate to meet the expectations of this position

Results-oriented individual who has demonstrated enthusiasm and possesses a high degree of integrity

Strong problem solving skills

Demonstrated ability and desire to work with and contribute to a larger team

Must have a valid driver's license (with REAL ID) and good driving record

Preferred

Master's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Oregon and/or Washington professional engineer license

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

A wellness program

Health saving accounts

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance

Short-term/long-term disability plans

Emergency travel benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Professional membership fee coverage

Paid family leave

Ten paid holidays in each calendar year

Eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year

Eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law)

Company

Stantec

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Stantec is a professional services company that provides engineering, architecture, design, and consulting services.

Founded in 1954

Edmonton, Alberta, CAN

10001+ employees

http://www.stantec.com

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