Boston University

Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Boston University$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on geotechnical courses
  • 5 to 10+ years of geotechnical engineering experience
  • Familiarity with geotechnical software (e.g., gINT, SLIDE, LPILE)
  • Strong problem-solving skills in both office and field settings
  • Effective communication skills for collaboration with team members and clients
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee geotechnical investigations
  • Develop and implement subsurface investigation programs
  • Perform engineering analysis for foundation systems and slope stability
  • Prepare geotechnical reports and construction documents
  • Respond to requests for qualifications and proposals
  • Assist with marketing efforts for the geotechnical practice
  • Conduct on-site geotechnical inspection during construction

Benefits

  • 100% employee-owned (ESOP) structure
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Paid caregiver leave program
  • 401K Retirement Plan options
  • Career development programs
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Summary: JMT is currently seeking a full-time Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our companywide geotechnical design practice. This position is based in our newly relocated and growing office in the Easton area of Columbus, OH. This position will support a variety of project types including many high-profile projects across our company footprint in our highways, bridges, aviation, rail & transit, marine and ports, water and wastewater, dams and levees, and buildings and facilities markets. Some of our notable ongoing projects include Greendale Levee Greendale, IN; Long Bridge North in Washington DC/Northern Virginia; I-95 Electronic Toll Lanes and the Harry W Nice/Thomas "Mac" Middelton Bridge Replacement both in Maryland and Alexandria Waterfront Design-Build Improvements in Virginia. This position will also support highway and bridge projects throughout the states of Ohio and Pennsylvania for ODOT, PennDOT and other transportation clients.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Responsible for management and oversight of geotechnical investigations
  • Development and implementation of subsurface investigation programs consisting of test borings, cone penetrometer, dilatometer and geophysical surveys
  • Perform engineering analysis of soils and rock, for design of shallow and deep foundation systems, slope stability, excavations, permanent and temporary retaining systems, dewatering systems and soil improvement
  • Preparation of geotechnical reports and memoranda
  • Preparation of construction documents including plans, specifications, and cost estimates
  • Responsible for responses to requests for qualifications and proposal
  • Assist in marketing efforts for growth and development of the geotechnical engineering practice in the Ohio and Pennsylvania Region
  • Conduct and manage on-site geotechnical inspection and engineering services during construction


Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Perform other related duties as assigned


Required Skills

  • BS degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in geotechnical courses
  • 5 to 10+ years geotechnical engineering experience including analysis, report writing, and proposal preparation required
  • Experience with geotechnical software similar to or including gINT, SLIDE, SETTLE3, LPILE, ALLPILE, ReSSA, etc., and LRFD design
  • Propensity and proficiency for problem solving, both in the office and in the field, and have successfully developed innovative solutions to various geotechnical challenges
  • Work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong writing/verbal skills in order to work with team members, clients, and contractors
  • Perform field assignments which include, but are not limited to, walking and climbing through areas that have steep slopes or other natural obstacles
  • Candidates must be capable of working on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environment
  • Coordination with clients, contractors, outside consultants and firm staff is expected
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills


Required Experience

Preferred Experience
  • MS degree in Geotechnical Engineering
  • Professional Engineer certification preferred.
  • Proficiency in MicroStation/CADD preferred.
  • Experience working on Federal, State, County and local projects including ODOT and PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission


Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:
  • Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Caregiver Leave Program
  • 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Career Development Programs
  • And more...
  • Benefits | JMT


About Boston University

Boston University (BU) is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts. The university is nonsectarian but maintains its historical affiliation with the United Methodist Church. It was founded in 1839 by Methodists with its original campus in Newbury, Vermont, before moving to Boston in 1867. The university now has more than 3,900 faculty members and nearly 33,000 students, and is one of Boston's largest employers. It offers bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, doctorates, and medical, dental, business, and law degrees through 17 schools and colleges on two urban campuses. BU is a member of the Boston Consortium for Higher Education and the Association of American Universities.
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