Geotechnical Engineer (EIT)

HDL Engineering Consultants•Anchorage, AK

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

HDL Engineering Consultants, LLC (HDL) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Geotechnical EIT to join their team in Alaska. This position focuses on geotechnical field work, design, and material testing support. The role involves collaborating with other Geotechnical EITs and PEs on complex, Alaska-specific projects. The Geotechnical and Materials Testing Department handles diverse projects including highways, airports, water and wastewater utilities, bulk fuel storage, and land development. This is an opportunity for an early-career engineer to experience projects from start to finish, including field work, design, reporting, inspection, and construction management. The role also includes experience with an AASHTO-accredited soils laboratory for geotechnical index testing and construction materials testing and inspection.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical engineering focus
Current Engineering-in-Training certificate or ability to obtain one within six months
Ability to use Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and procedures
Ability to work in a team environment and communicate clearly through verbal and written communication
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Ability and willingness to travel for field work in urban and remote Alaska locations, possibly under adverse conditions and for short periods of time, including travel in small, fixed-wing aircraft

Nice To Haves

Master of Science degree focused on Geotechnical Engineering
Interest in cold regions engineering, including permafrost foundation design, thermal analysis, and thermosyphon layout design
Familiarity with foundation design, slope stability analysis, seismic design, earth-retaining structures, and roadway and airport runway structural section design
Familiarity with geotechnical software such as SLOPE/W, Slide2, TEMP/W, GRLWEAP, or similar programs

Responsibilities

Assist geotechnical project engineers with preparing cost estimates, exploration plans, and project reports
Participate in and lead geotechnical field work with support from the Geotechnical Services Manager and Geotechnical Project Engineers
Participate in field and laboratory testing following successful training and certification, with support from HDL's Materials Testing Manager and Laboratory Manager
Prioritize safety during field work and day-to-day operations
Operate standard office machines and equipment
Travel for field work in urban and remote Alaska locations, possibly under adverse conditions and for short periods of time, including travel in small, fixed-wing aircraft
Perform other duties as needed