Geotechnical and Blasting Engineer – Entry Level – 2+ Years (Hybrid)

Barr • Reno, NV

1d • $83,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking an entry-level geotechnical engineer to join our innovative and collaborative team. In this hybrid role, you will work on a variety of geotechnical projects involving traditional geotechnical and civil analysis and design related to foundations, slope stability, seepage, bearing capacity, settlement, and earth retention. Services will include consulting with clients and supporting projects in construction, quarrying, and mining related to rock excavation, blast design, vibration analysis, rock fragmentation analysis, and technical troubleshooting. Work will also include project management, mine planning, reporting and documentation, and training. The ideal candidate is intrinsically motivated, emphasizes client service, enjoys working independently and as part of a team, and possesses technical ability and project management expertise. Flexibility in working with project teams and a willingness to occasionally modify schedules to meet project deadlines and/or client needs are important. This person is also relationship-focused, as the role involves serving both internal and external clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (geotechnical emphasis), mining engineering, or geological engineering.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• Willingness and ability to regularly travel.
• Experience with geotechnical analysis and design, geotechnical investigation, blast design, instrumentation, vibration measurement and analysis, specification preparation, mine planning, blast plans, blast permit process, training, and investigations.
• Experience with mine subsidence assessment, underground design, and construction oversight.
• Possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree in civil engineering, mining engineering, or geological engineering with a focus in rock excavation, geotechnical engineering, or blasting; master's degree is preferred.
• Engineering-in-training certification.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering investigation and design support tasks from the conceptual phase through design with an emphasis on analyses, testing, and modeling.
• Support the project team in advancing work.
• Execute and support work as identified by the project team.
• Conduct geotechnical field investigations, and perform site visits, including at construction, quarrying and mine sites.
• Assign geotechnical laboratory tests, analyze lab and field data, and support development of geotechnical reports.
• Perform fieldwork such as construction observation, instrumentation installation and monitoring, and field oversight and inspections.
• Assist in the preparation of plans and specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Conduct geotechnical analyses.
• Prepare daily communications, develop technical reports, support proposal development, and support design recommendations.
• Support the project team and the client in the execution of project work.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock.
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders.
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities.
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave.
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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