GEI's New York City offices are seeking a motivated & experienced geotechnical or geo-structural engineer to assist on a variety of projects throughout the region. Work will primarily pertain to commercial and industrial properties, excavation support systems, foundation systems, ground improvement, and inspection of existing structures along with geotechnical investigations and geotechnical instrumentation.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
Perform geotechnical and structural analysis and design, and present data and results.
Observe & manage field explorations and construction activities.
Assist in preparing full design packages with calculations, drawings, and specifications.
Assist in overseeing construction of specialty geotechnical and geo-structural items such as deep and shallow foundations, tiebacks, support of excavation, bracing, and grouting among others.
Write letters and reports.
Attend project meetings and assist with other engineering activities, if necessary.
Develop proposals and other business development activities.
Work corroboratively with GEI Staff and Clients, some via MS Teams or similar. Project work may involve several different GEI Offices.
Minimum Qualifications
B.S. in Civil Engineering; Master's in Geotechnical or Structural Engineering preferred.
Geotechnical and structural course work required.
3 to 5 years of experience.
Must have passed the F.E. exam., P.E. preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of CAD and other common software used in the engineering profession.
Experience in Civil 3D a plus.
Extensive modeling experience with STAAD or similar program.
Willingness to travel on temporary assignments as needed.
Must have a valid U.S. driver's license.
Ability to perform field work on active construction sites without restrictions, and in inclement weather if required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • WORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands:
Sedentary
X
Light
Medium
Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)
Physical Activity Requirements
Occasional
(0-35% of day)
Frequent
(33-66% of day)
Continuous
(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
Sitting
X
Standing
X
Walking
X
Climbing
X
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
X
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
X
Carrying objects
X
Push/pull
X
Twisting
X
Bending
X
Reaching forward
X
Reaching overhead
X
Squat/kneel/crawl
X
Wrist position deviation
X
Pinching/fine motor skills
X
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
X
Taste or smell (taste=never)
X
Talk or hear
X
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
X
Far Vision
X
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Color Discrimination
X
Sensory Requirements
Minimal
Moderate
Accurate
Not Applicable
Depth perception
X
Hearing
X
Environment Requirements
Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
Reasonably Anticipated
Not Anticipated
Blood borne pathogens
X
Chemical
X
Airborne communicable diseases
X
Extreme temperatures
X
Radiation
X
Uneven surfaces or elevations
X
Extreme noise levels
X
Dust/particulate matter
X
Other (exposure risks):
Usual workday hours :
8
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10
12
Other work hours
About GEI Consultants
GEI Consultants is a leading engineering and environmental consulting firm based in Woburn, Massachusetts. The company was founded in 1970 and has since grown to become a trusted partner for clients across a wide range of industries. GEI Consultants offers a wide range of services, including civil engineering, environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, and more. The company is committed to providing innovative solutions that help clients achieve their goals while minimizing their impact on the environment.
