Geotechnical Engineer Principal to Staff
About The Position
We're seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Roanoke, VA vicinity with eight (8) or more years of experience in geotechnical engineering. Electric utility projects experience is strongly preferred. Qualified candidates shall possess knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles through education and/or demonstrated project experience related to the following core areas: Earthwork, retaining wall, slope stability and landslide mitigation design Foundation design (drilled piers, steel grillages, steel caissons, micro piles, helical piles, driven piles, and guy anchors), Subsurface investigations and desktop geologic research Geotechnical construction The Principal/Staff Geotechnical Engineer is expected to review and seal foundation and landslide mitigation designs as assigned. Successful candidates will possess the following professional skills: Leadership High-impact communication Positive disposition Collaboration Planning and organization
Requirements
- 8 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; Or 6 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is preferred for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP.
- Acceptable alternative: Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
- Confirmation is preferred to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
- 12 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; Or 10 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET.
- Travel (~20%) is required for this position and will consist of trips to the field to diagnose geotechnical issues related to electric transmission lines and substations.
Nice To Haves
- Electric utility projects experience
- Desired software knowledge/experience: SLOPE/W (or equivalent) slope stability software FAD Tools, LPILE, SHAFT, GROUP, etc. foundation design software Civil 3D
Responsibilities
- performing advanced engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives
- review and seal foundation and landslide mitigation designs as assigned
Benefits
- In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
