Geotechnical Engineer, Project

GRI•Portland, OR

4d•$90,000 - $112,000

About The Position

GRI is seeking a Project level Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing team. As a Project Engineer at GRI, you will gain experience working on a variety of interesting assignments under the mentorship of senior and principal engineers, while building your project management skills. GRI is an employee-owned, full-service geotechnical, pavement, geological, and environmental engineering consulting firm based in the Portland, Oregon area. We are an ambitious, highly trained, diversified staff of engineers and geologists. GRI promotes a collaborative work culture, supports training and career development, and encourages work-life integration, which results in a highly desirable work environment. General responsibilities include: Project management including field work, engineering, deliverables, schedule, and invoices. Mentor junior staff. Geotechnical engineering for major civil works including earthquake engineering, deep and shallow foundation support, retaining structures, earth embankments, levees / dams, waterfront / marine structures, landslides / slope stability, ground improvement. Write and review geotechnical reports. Oversee laboratory testing of soil and rock. Develop geotechnical scopes of work and budget estimates. Occasional field investigations and construction observation.

Requirements

Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering design and investigation, and the terms and methodology used in geotechnical engineering.
Ability to perform calculations and use tools to compute data
Skilled in use and application of geotechnical numerical modeling software.
Experience with soil structure interaction.
Familiarity with bridge and waterfront design and construction.
Interpret and communicate site plans and specifications.
Communicate clearly; ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
Engage in client networking; participate in firm outreach activities.
M.S. Civil Engineering (Geotechnical option) with 5+ years of applicable experience.
Professional Engineering licensure required.
Valid driver's license.
Use computers, tablets, and mobile devices.
Perform physical tasks on project sites that may include walking, climbing, crawling, or standing for long periods of time.
Lift up to 25 pounds at times.
Travel to project sites in vehicles.

Responsibilities

Project management including field work, engineering, deliverables, schedule, and invoices.
Mentor junior staff.
Geotechnical engineering for major civil works including earthquake engineering, deep and shallow foundation support, retaining structures, earth embankments, levees / dams, waterfront / marine structures, landslides / slope stability, ground improvement.
Write and review geotechnical reports.
Oversee laboratory testing of soil and rock.
Develop geotechnical scopes of work and budget estimates.
Occasional field investigations and construction observation.