Geotechnical Engineer - Master's Degree
About The Position
Join our growing geotechnical group supporting civil engineering projects throughout Alaska. You’ll work on a wide variety of projects, using the latest technology, software, and state-of-the-practice laboratory equipment. You will learn to prepare geological analyses, foundation design, slope stability analysis, permafrost design, thermal analysis, seismic design, and contract documents for marine structures, arctic structures, retaining walls, soil improvement, roads, bridges and general site civil development—all with an emphasis on foundation systems. You will assist in planning on-shore and off-shore geotechnical investigations in settings ranging from urban to remote, and implementing them independently or in a team setting in frozen and thawed ground. The fieldwork and results will be translated by you and our geotechnical team into real-world analyses and problem-solving through the preparation of detailed technical reports crucial to our clients' decision making.
Requirements
- Master of science degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus
- Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) exam
- Interest in cold-regions foundation design and permafrost/arctic engineering
- Strong English writing and communication skills
- Ability to produce well-organized, clear, complete, and concise technical reports
- Ability to travel for field work in remote areas, sometimes in adverse conditions, throughout Alaska
- Travel in other parts of the U.S. and Canada is possible
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and good driving record
Nice To Haves
- Original writing samples for review
Responsibilities
- Prepare geological analyses
- Foundation design
- Slope stability analysis
- Permafrost design
- Thermal analysis
- Seismic design
- Prepare contract documents for marine structures, arctic structures, retaining walls, soil improvement, roads, bridges and general site civil development
- Plan on-shore and off-shore geotechnical investigations
- Implement geotechnical investigations independently or in a team setting in frozen and thawed ground
- Translate fieldwork and results into real-world analyses and problem-solving
- Prepare detailed technical reports
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical plans
- Employer-paid dental
- Employer-paid vision
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 18-22 days of paid time off
- 9 paid holidays annually
- All overtime paid at 1.5x the regular hourly rate
- Discretionary bonuses
- Exceptional, employer-funded 401(k) profit-sharing retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
