Associate Consultant, Geotechnical Engineer

WSP • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate Consultant, Geotechnical
Engineer! This position is open to our San Antonio, TX office.

Be involved in projects with our Transportation & Infrastructure Team and be a
part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves
their challenges.

Requirements

• Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in geotechnical engineering
• 2 - 5 years of relevant work experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills combined with excellent analytical abilities, leadership ability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to work both independently and within groups
• Competence in the Microsoft Office suite of programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is necessary
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software - GeoStudio (SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, SIGMA/W, &QUAKE), LPILE, GROUP, SNAIL, MSEW, PLAXIS, DeepEX, Slides, gINT.
• CAD: AutoCAD, MicroStation
• FE/EIT (or ability to obtain EIT within 1 year) required

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Some prior experience in the civil, geological, or mining engineering fields are a plus
• Master's degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in geotechnical engineering

Responsibilities

• Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of field/site work and laboratory testing
• Prepare geotechnical data reports
• Proven experience in Texas area geotechnical practice and geology
• Proven experience with TxDOT, Design Build projects, Renewable Energy, Transmission and Substation projects
• Willing to support field logging and/or field observation
• Prepare geotechnical calculations and conduct modeling, including slope stability, seepage and consolidation analyses
• Prepare geotechnical recommendations reports with senior review
• Assist with writing reports, cost estimating and permit documents
• Assist with the preparation of project design packages including technical drawings, specifications, project schedules, and cost estimates

Benefits

• Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level