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Burns & McDonnell · 7 hours ago

Staff Geotechnical Engineer (Houston)

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

3+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is a company that specializes in engineering services, and they are seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer to support project teams in creating designs for various projects. The role involves performing geotechnical design and analysis, field observation, and compiling project-related data to ensure successful project execution.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Jeremy Johnson

Responsibilities

Performs field reconnaissance and geological research to evaluate site-specific geologic and hydrogeologic conditions and risks

Develops work scopes and subcontracts for subsurface investigations in support of geotechnical design and evaluation efforts

Performs research and compiles project related data as required by the project team

Assists with compiling geotechnical data, boring logs and subsurface profiles

Research and compile project related data as required by the project team

Performs field observation of site investigation activities

Perform geotechnical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion

Perform geotechnical engineering analyses, design and evaluation related to shallow and deep foundation systems, settlement analyses, slope stability evaluations, retaining structures, consideration of seismic effects, and earthwork

Prepare and review of engineering design calculations, reports, specifications and construction documents, and other technical documents as needed

Applies strong knowledge of commonly used geotechnical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the geotechnical engineering services industry

Prepare and review drawings for a variety of geotechnical-related project components

Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration

Performs geotechnical-related construction observation during the construction phase of projects

All other duties as assigned

Qualification

Geotechnical EngineeringGeotechnical SoftwareCivil Engineering DegreeFundamentals of EngineeringTeam BuildingAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program required

Minimum 3 years of related geotechnical engineering experience required

The individual must have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

Strong knowledge and proficiency in standard geotechnical engineering techniques, principles, and procedures

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills

Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)

Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills are required

Preferred

Master of Science Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (with Geotechnical Emphasis) from an ABET accredited program strongly preferred

PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (with Geotechnical Emphasis) preferred

Proficient geotechnical software skills preferred, including Ensoft LPILE, slope stability (GeoStudio or UTEXAS4), liquefaction analysis software, excavation support and wall design software

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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