Geotechnical Project Engineer

Overview:

Geotechnology, a Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) Company, has an opening in our Geotechnical Department. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope.

Under the supervision of a designated supervisor or project manager, helps to organize and carry out field, laboratory, and technical work for a variety of projects. Receives considerable practical training to supplement previously-obtained theoretical knowledge.

• Performs technical work with competence on assignments with increasing complexity depending on experience.
• Locates, observes, and logs field explorations and activities.
• Organizes field operations and can provide oversight of field activities.
• Installs, reads, and interprets field instrumentation and performs field measurements.
• Is responsible for collecting samples and transporting them to the laboratory.
• Describes samples.
• Prepares reports on field activities and summarizes field and laboratory data.
• Performs scientific, geologic, or engineering analyses and studies.
• Checks work for accuracy and completeness for the project.
• Checks vendors' invoices.
• Practices loss prevention techniques.
• Alerts project manager or supervisor to technical, managerial, or administrative problems that arise during the course of a contract.
• Prepares technical reports on routine projects and more challenging projects based on experience.
• Must be able to work independently on varied assignments.
• Exercises responsible judgment on technical matters within the limits of current experience level.
• May discuss technical matters with client after review and approval by Supervisor.
• Projects a positive image of the Firm in dealings with outside groups and clients.
• Maintains existing and develops new client relationships.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering. MS degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a closely related field is a plus.
• Two to Five years' of progressively responsible experience in specialty field.
• Two to three years of the above-referenced experience may be substituted with an advanced degree in a specialty or closely related field.

Who We Are:

UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members contribute directly to projects that transform communities. We are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients.

Why work at Geotechnology, A Universal Engineering Sciences Company?

We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.

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