WSP · 3 months ago
Associate Geotechnical Engineer
1230 West Washington Street, Tempe, AZ, 85288, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expWSP is a consulting firm seeking an Associate Geotechnical Engineer for their Tempe, AZ office. The role involves supporting project managers with geotechnical engineering projects, performing field investigations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
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
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
Company
WSP
We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.
Founded in 2011New York, New York, USA
10001+ employees
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2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
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