COWI · 1 day ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer (PE) - Bridge, Marine, Tunnel, for COWI in North America
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$115K/yr - $167K/yr
10+ years expCOWI is one of the leading engineering consulting companies, creating value for customers, people, and societies worldwide. They are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support their North American team on infrastructure projects in the bridge, marine, and tunnel sectors, focusing on design and analysis of foundations and structures.
Civil EngineeringConsulting
Responsibilities
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers and project managers for analysis and design of foundations for bridges, marine structures, and large infrastructure, supporting all project phases
Perform advanced soil-structure interaction, geotechnical, and dynamic analysis using finite element software, and execute geotechnical/structural design
Utilize industry-standard software for deep and shallow foundation design, providing recommendations to structural team members
Analyze and design earth retaining structures, conduct slope stability analyses, and determine settlement
Prepare design deliverables, offer detailed geotechnical design recommendations, and ensure quality control validation of calculations, drawings, and specifications
Implement design best practices, ensure compliance with codes, standards, and client requirements, and conduct site visits and client interactions as needed
Qualification
Required
A M.S. or higher degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, focusing on the design of deep foundations
A Professional Engineering License (P.E.) or can obtain the same within 6 months of employment
A min. of 10+ years' experience working as a geotechnical engineer, with an emphasis on soil-structure interaction analysis and engineering designs of bridges, tunnels, or marine structures
Experience and proficiency with finite element software (PLAXIS 2-D and 3-D or FLAC)
Familiarity with US standards and codes (IBC, AASHTO, API, FHWA, NAVFAC, USACE manuals, etc.)
The ability to collaborate with various technical disciplines, including structural engineers, environmental specialists, BIM, and CADD teams
Benefits
Flexible working arrangement
Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave
Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share
Full time hires get minimum 3 weeks vacation to start
Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity
Paid sick leave
Annual fitness subsidy - yes, you can use this for a ski pass, yoga, or gym membership
401K contribution matching with generous company match
Personal and professional development fund
Parking or public transit allowance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance 80% employer-paid premiums
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
Referral incentive program
Frequent social events
Company
COWI
COWI is a civil engineering consultancy that specializes in urban development and commercial buildings for healthcare and education.
5001-10000 employees
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