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WSP in the U.S. · 2 days ago

Associate Geotechnical Engineer

Tempe, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm dedicated to serving local communities. They are seeking an Associate Geotechnical Engineer to support project managers in delivering geotechnical engineering projects, performing field investigations, and assisting with data analysis and report preparation.

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Responsibilities

Perform geotechnical field investigations and construction oversight

Under general supervision will set up geotechnical investigations (i.e. driller acquisition, traffic control, permitting, utility locates, etc.)

Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, soil/water/sludge/rock samples, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction

Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements

Perform basic support and design engineering computations, including quantity calculations, foundation design, slope stability, etc. under the guidance of a senior engineer

Design or redesign complex layouts and drawings from general written or verbal specifications from the project team

Prepare geotechnical design reports under the guidance of a senior engineer

Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work

Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of field/site work and permitting

Complete training on assigned tasks

Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement, and development projects

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

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Will travel to project sites in Arizona and possibly the western US. The job will be approximately up to 50% field work; and approximately 30% of the field work may require travel to project sites beyond the Phoenix metro area

Qualification

Geotechnical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Civil EngineeringEIT CertificationAutoCADMS WordExcelInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering or closely related discipline

1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience

Excellent research skills with analytical mindset

EIT, or the ability to obtain the EIT within 1 year of hire

Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience

Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment

Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives

Proficiency with MS Word and Excel

Work well in a team environment

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

Engineer in Training Certification

Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline

AutoCAD experience

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

Retirement savings

Company

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