WSP

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

WSP • $90K — $120K *
Providence, RI 02904In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical or Tunneling Engineering
  • 5 to 7 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience
  • Deep understanding of geotechnical principles and related engineering disciplines
  • Strong verbal and written communication capabilities
  • Proficient in discipline-specific design software and tools
  • Flexibility in scheduling and adaptability to work environment changes
  • Willingness to travel and conduct fieldwork

Responsibilities

  • Perform and coordinate field observations and special inspections for subsurface investigations
  • Conduct geotechnical engineering design and analysis for various structures
  • Draft geotechnical memoranda, data reports, and design reports
  • Oversee field observation and inspection of geotechnical construction
  • Assist with report preparation and contract documentation
  • Collaborate with project partners and other engineering disciplines
  • Develop and coordinate geotechnical work across New England

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off policy
  • Employee assistance program
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements and schedules
Full Job Description
Job Description

This position can sit out of the following WSP offices:
  • Boston, MA
  • North Providence, RI
  • Glastonbury, CT
  • Worcester, MA
  • Shelton, CT
  • Merrimack, NH
  • Other WSP offices throughout New England can be considered.

Job Duties
  • Perform/coordinate field observation and special inspection of subsurface investigations in soils and rock
  • Perform geotechnical engineering design and analyses for bridges, buildings, tunnels, underground structures, and retaining walls under minimal supervision of senior engineers
  • Prepare/draft geotechnical memoranda, data reports and design reports
  • Perform/coordinate field observation and special Inspection of geotechnical construction
  • Assist task leaders in preparation of reports and Contract Documents
  • Collaborate with other disciplines and project partners
  • Assist to develop and coordinate geotechnical work in New England and other areas
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
  • Determine well-defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, soil/water/sludge/rock samples, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, hydrologic analysis, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
  • Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis of rock and soil environmental data, and reporting.
  • Determine well-defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, soil/water/sludge/rock samples, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, hydrologic analysis, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
  • Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis of rock and soil environmental data, and reporting.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree Civil Engineering with a concentration in Geotechnical or Tunneling Engineering, or a closely-related field
  • 5 to 7 years of relevant experience
  • Extensive knowledge of geotechnical engineering and working knowledge of related disciplines (Structures, Civil, and/or Environmental)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GeoSlope, Plaxis, Settle, LPILE, GROUP, GRLWEAP, SEEP/W, RockSciences Software, etc), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and other tools.
  • Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in work environment
  • Ability and willingness to travel and perform field work
  • Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
  • Upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree in Geotechnical or Tunneling Engineering.
  • Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
  • Prior design and/or construction experience of highway, bridge, building, and underground projects.
  • Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards
  • Experience managing small to mid-size projects.
  • 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120).
  • Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
  • A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

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About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
Learn more about WSP
Size
54,000 employees
Industry
Technical Services
Founded
1959
* Ladders Estimates

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