Burns & McDonnell

Staff Geotechnical Engineer (Houston)

Burns & McDonnell$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program required.
  • Master of Science in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Emphasis) preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years of geotechnical engineering experience required.
  • PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Emphasis) preferred.
  • Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification completed.
  • Strong knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles and techniques.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform geotechnical engineering analyses and design evaluations for foundation systems, slope stability, and earthwork.
  • Prepare and review engineering design calculations, reports, and specifications.
  • Develop work scopes and manage subsurface exploration subcontracts.
  • Support field assignments related to site investigations and foundation construction activities.
  • Conduct geotechnical design from conceptual phase through completion.
  • Modify and review production drawings for diverse projects.
  • Compile information for client presentations and contract administration.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.
  • Collaborative working environment in a diverse range of projects.
  • Opportunity to work on significant projects across multiple sectors.
  • Flexibility to engage in field assignments and practical applications.
  • Exposure to a variety of industries including healthcare, government, and military.
Full Job Description
Description

The Staff Geotechnical Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Staff Geotechnical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting geological plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
  • Perform geotechnical engineering analyses, design and evaluation related to shallow and deep foundation systems, settlement analyses, slope stability evaluations, retaining structures, consideration of seismic effects, and earthwork.
  • Prepare and review of engineering design calculations, reports, specifications and construction documents, and other technical documents as needed.
  • Develop work scopes, subsurface exploration oversight, and management of site investigation subcontracts.
  • Support field assignments associated with site investigation activities and in support of foundation and earthwork construction activities.
  • Perform geotechnical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
  • Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, electric transmission and distribution, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Design geotechnical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
  • Applies strong knowledge of commonly used geotechnical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the geotechnical engineering services industry.
  • Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
  • Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
  • Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program required.
  • Master of Science Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (with Geotechnical Emphasis) from an ABET accredited program strongly preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years of related geotechnical engineering experience required.
  • PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (with Geotechnical Emphasis) preferred.
  • The individual must have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
  • Strong knowledge and proficiency in standard geotechnical engineering techniques, principles, and procedures.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Proficient geotechnical software skills preferred, including Ensoft LPILE, slope stability (GeoStudio or UTEXAS4), liquefaction analysis software, excavation support and wall design software.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking skills. Analytical and problem-solving skills are required.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Geotechnical Engineering

Primary Location US-TX-Houston

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 261713

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #M&S

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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