Geotechnical Design Engineer

Overview: The Geotechnical Engineer supports technical geotechnical design work for major civil infrastructure projects. This role assists with geotechnical analyses, design calculations, field and laboratory coordination, technical studies, quantity estimates, design reviews, and preparation of geotechnical reports and documentation. The position supports roadway embankments and subgrade, earth slopes, bridge foundations, earth retaining structures, and foundations for minor structures in accordance with Ferrovial Group standards, applicable industry standards, and project requirements.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Geotechnical Design and Technical Support

·         Perform technical work related to geotechnical design tasks and project support.

·         Support geotechnical design activities for roadway embankments and subgrade, earth slopes, bridge foundations, earth retaining structures, and foundations for minor structures.

·         Assist with preparing analytical two- and three-dimensional models under direction from the Geotechnical Design Manager or senior design staff.

·         Support the preparation of geotechnical study proposals, technical notes, reports, and quantity information for geotechnical items.

Design Review, Analysis, and Quality Support

·         Review and support geotechnical design calculations and supporting documents prepared by others.

·         Support evaluation of subsurface soil and rock information using applicable ASTM and local industry standards for field and laboratory testing.

·         Interpret test data and perform engineering classification of subsurface soil and rock conditions.

·         Apply geotechnical principles and analyses to support practical and compliant design solutions.

·         Review construction documents, drawings, specifications, technical plans, geotechnical reports, and engineering information to support accurate design development.

Project Coordination and Field/Laboratory Support

·         Coordinate geotechnical project tasks, including boring location plans, drilling operation documentation, field investigations, and laboratory testing support.

·         Assist with geotechnical drilling work, field investigations, and laboratory testing as needed.

·         Coordinate with project managers, senior/regional engineers, field teams, laboratory personnel, consultants, and design teams to support timely and accurate project deliverables.

Reporting, Documentation, and Quantity Support

·         Assist with preparing geotechnical engineering reports, proposals, technical memorandums, letters, calculations, and design documentation.

·         Prepare and review bill of quantities or quantity estimates for geotechnical items.

Other Duties and Team Support

·         Assist senior engineers and project staff with geotechnical-related tasks, technical exhibits, design documentation, and project coordination as needed.

Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related engineering field required; master’s degree preferred.

·         Minimum five (5) years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience supporting heavy civil, transportation, or infrastructure projects preferred.

·         Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or active progress toward professional registration considered.

·         Working knowledge of geotechnical design, subsurface investigations, soil and rock classification, laboratory testing, construction materials, and applicable ASTM or local industry standards.

·         Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with geotechnical analysis, CAD, or engineering design software preferred.

·         Strong technical writing, communication, coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively across design, field, laboratory, consultant, and project teams.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.