Geotechnical Designer/EIT
About The Position
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. In the role of Geotechnical Designer/EIT, we'll count on you to: Assist in planning and conducting geotechnical investigations and site assessments Perform field tasks including drilling oversight and construction observations, with most work focused in the NY/NJ area. Occasional travel outside NY/NJ may be expected to help assist project demands in other areas Assist in performing geotechnical calculations and analysis for small- and large-scale projects Assist in preparation of geotechnical reports, calculation packages, drawings and specifications Have some familiarly with geotechnical software including LPILE, ALPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, GeoStudio, Settle3, and DeepEx Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and be willing to learn and take on new tasks as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Experience with MS Office and software applications
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in civil or Geotechnical Engineering; master’s degree with Geotechnical emphasis preferred.
- 3 years of work experience.
- EIT certification, or current registration for FE exam. Candidates hired without their EIT will be title "Geotechnical Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Willingness and ability to go to the field as needed; and
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Familiarity with GeoStudio, ESoft APILE, LPILE, GROUP, and Settle3 preferred.
- Local candidates preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and conducting geotechnical investigations and site assessments
- Perform field tasks including drilling oversight and construction observations, with most work focused in the NY/NJ area.
- Occasional travel outside NY/NJ may be expected to help assist project demands in other areas
- Assist in performing geotechnical calculations and analysis for small- and large-scale projects
- Assist in preparation of geotechnical reports, calculation packages, drawings and specifications
- Have some familiarly with geotechnical software including LPILE, ALPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, GeoStudio, Settle3, and DeepEx
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and be willing to learn and take on new tasks as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
