Geotechnical Engineer 2

CDM Smith•Edison, NJ

52d

About The Position

Our Geotechnical team is one of the finest in the industry! We are looking for a new team member to work on projects in the New Jersey and New York areas. This is a field position involving conducting inspections as well as assisting with sampling and testing of soils and rocks. There will also be classifying of soil and rock samples, laboratory testing, and preparing boring logs. Under general supervision, performs basic to moderate complexity geologic/ seismic evaluations/fault rupture hazard and slope stability investigations/hydrogeologic analysis (aquifer test analysis; geochemical analysis; geotechnical analysis; contaminant transport analysis etc.) in both surface and subsurface geologic conditions pertaining to water supply, contaminant and/or geotechnical assessments. Activities may include subsurface geological formation logging, water sampling, surface geological mapping, aquifer testing and/or soils characterization and data compilation and evaluation. Prepares cross sections, Isoconcentration maps, technical reports, and/or QA/QC analysis. Develops draft evaluations and calculations for compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all assessments. Schedules and reviews the work of subcontractors during field work.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Mining or Geologic Engineering or related discipline.
1 year of related experience.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Environmental Investigations
Experience with Soil Density Testing
Experience with Construction Oversight
Experience with Construction Material Sampling
Knowledge of AutoCAD drafting software
Knowledge of ArcGIS mapping software
Knowledge of MatchCAD calculation software
Knowledge of GeoStudio software
Knowledge of commonly used computer software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Excellent writing and communication skills
2 years of related experience.
Valid drivers license- this is a field position which will require driving to project sites daily

Responsibilities

Subsurface drilling, subsurface soil sample collection, monitoring well installation oversight of drilling contractor.
Field sampling plan development and implementation.
Geologic conditions description.
Laboratory testing coordination
Boring log and geologic cross section development.
Oversight of construction activities including earthwork, dewatering, pile installation, excavation support installation, and load tests.
Field report writing.
Oversee Field Operations as needed, which may include overnight hours and weekends.

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