Geotechnical Design Engineer

Ferrovial•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Geotechnical Design Engineer supports technical geotechnical design work for major civil infrastructure projects. The role assists with geotechnical analyses, design calculations, field and laboratory coordination, technical studies, quantity estimates, design reviews, and preparation of geotechnical reports and documentation. Work supports roadway embankments and subgrade, earth slopes, bridge foundations, earth retaining structures, and foundations for minor structures, in accordance with Ferrovial Group standards, applicable industry standards, and project requirements. The position works under the direction of the Geotechnical Design Manager or senior design staff and coordinates with project managers, engineers, field teams, laboratory personnel, consultants, and design teams. It also supports technical documentation, project coordination, and timely delivery of project work. The posting describes Ferrovial as an international infrastructure company operating in more than 15 countries with over 22,000 professionals worldwide.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related engineering field.
Working knowledge of geotechnical design, subsurface investigations, soil and rock classification, laboratory testing, construction materials, and applicable ASTM or local industry standards.
Strong technical writing, communication, coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively across design, field, laboratory, consultant, and project teams.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Minimum five years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience supporting heavy civil, transportation, or infrastructure projects.
Professional Engineer (PE) license; Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or active progress toward professional registration is also considered.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Familiarity with geotechnical analysis, CAD, or engineering design software.

Responsibilities

Perform technical work related to geotechnical design tasks and project support.
Support geotechnical design activities for roadway embankments and subgrade, earth slopes, bridge foundations, earth retaining structures, and foundations for minor structures.
Assist with preparing analytical two- and three-dimensional models under direction from the Geotechnical Design Manager or senior design staff.
Support preparation of geotechnical study proposals, technical notes, reports, and quantity information for geotechnical items.
Review and support geotechnical design calculations and supporting documents prepared by others.
Support evaluation of subsurface soil and rock information using applicable ASTM and local industry standards for field and laboratory testing.
Interpret test data and perform engineering classification of subsurface soil and rock conditions.
Apply geotechnical principles and analyses to support practical and compliant design solutions.
Review construction documents, drawings, specifications, technical plans, geotechnical reports, and engineering information to support accurate design development.
Coordinate geotechnical project tasks, including boring location plans, drilling operation documentation, field investigations, and laboratory testing support.
Assist with geotechnical drilling work, field investigations, and laboratory testing as needed.
Coordinate with project managers, senior and regional engineers, field teams, laboratory personnel, consultants, and design teams to support timely and accurate project deliverables.
Assist with preparing geotechnical engineering reports, proposals, technical memorandums, letters, calculations, and design documentation.
Prepare and review bills of quantities or quantity estimates for geotechnical items.
Assist senior engineers and project staff with geotechnical-related tasks, technical exhibits, design documentation, and project coordination as needed.