Geotechnical Engineer II

Arcadis•Syracuse, NY

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Arcadian, you already help us deliver world leading sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. You are part of our global business comprising 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can continue to solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. Arcadis is seeking a Geotechnical/Environmental Engineer to join our team in either Syracuse NY, Arlington VA, or Dallas TX. We are looking for a candidate with strong organizational and team building skills, who feels comfortable with a dynamic workflow. As part of our Resilience Environment team, you’ll help improve quality of life. You will work alongside Senior Scientists, Engineers, Project/Program Managers, and Technical Experts on various activities in support of diverse utility expansion, environmental assessment, and remediation projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in an appropriate area of engineering
3 years’ relevant experience in engineering
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Good technical writing skills
Advanced research, data gathering and analysis skills
Effective problem solving skills
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent time management skills

Nice To Haves

Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification
May hold or be working towards advanced degree (M.Eng., MS, MBA, etc.)
Knowledge of relevant national standards and codes of practice
OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training
Proficiency in CADD and Civil 3D
Proficiency in GeoStudio, LPile, Prosheet, Shoring Suite, OpenGround
Technical design skills or working knowledge preferred in the following categories including sheet pile design, preferred experience in variety of retaining wall structures, slope stability calculations, foundation design including shallow and deep varieties, excavation stability options, and in-situ stabilization and solidification
Field experience with geotechnical sampling including Cone Penetrometer Testing, Standard Penetration Testing with split spoons, and other drilling techniques such as macrocore and DPT.
Field construction experience, including pile installation, retaining structures installation, excavation oversight, slope stability improvements, and in-situ stabilization and solidification preferred

Responsibilities

Operation and maintenance oversight for remediation systems
Soil and groundwater investigation and sample collection
Site characterization and feasibility studies
Data compilation, evaluation, and QA/QC
Report writing, permitting, cost estimating support
Coordination with project managers and senior engineering staff
Interpreting and evaluating field and analytical data in order to prepare engineering parameters, permit applications, and construction-related documents.
Actively participate in field investigations, sampling activities, and construction oversight.
Engaging in face-to-face meetings with contractors, clients, technical teams, and other stakeholders.
Field work will require daily regional business travel.