Geotechnical Engineer

NTH Consultants, Ltd.•Salem Township, MI

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

Join NTH Consultants, Ltd. as a Geotechnical Engineer and contribute to shaping communities through infrastructure engineering and environmental services. Since 1968, NTH has been a key player in strengthening communities and protecting ecosystems. We offer solutions in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, structural design, and construction management. At NTH, you will become part of a team that values your career, growth, and life, providing a flexible and supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and a culture that celebrates collaboration and innovation. Our core values include accountability, ownership, inclusion, integrity, safety, and excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering (emphasis on geotechnical engineering) or related degree from a 4-year accredited college or university.
Professional licensure in the State of Michigan or another state, or the ability to obtain within 1-year required.
3+ years of demonstrated experience in the Geotechnical Engineering field, analysis, and design.
Excellent skills in geotechnical applications and soil-structure interaction.
Experience with software for geotechnical analysis and design of slope stability, earth retention / shoring, settlement, vertical and lateral loading of shallow and deep foundations, and related items is necessary.
Ability to independently characterize subsoil conditions, starting from the development of an exploration program through laboratory testing, evaluation of data, and design parameter recommendations.
Ability to organize technical material into comprehensive reports and calculations, as well as perform reviews on geotechnical reports and calculations, is required.
Ability to perform project planning, invoicing and collections, budgeting, task delegation, and management to ensure project is completed according to work plans.
Demonstrated ability to seek and establish new clients and build good business relationships with both new and current clients.
Must be able to conduct periodic site / client visits and project and business development meetings.
May be required to assist in developing business strategies and action plans for creating growth opportunities.
May be required to perform job duties in the field and office, during non-standard work hours, as necessary.
Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
May be required to enter and work within confined spaces, once appropriately trained.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to and conduct field work at job sites/offices in Michigan.
Authorized to work full-time in the U.S.A.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
Experience with soft soil conditions and finite element modeling is highly desirable.
Experience in analysis and design of earth support systems is highly desirable.
Experience in seawall analysis and design is highly desirable.
Experience in earthen dam seepage evaluation is highly desirable.
Experience in various tunneling techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of engineering analyses and calculations, with and without the use of engineering software along with preparing calculation packages.
Prepare and/or review geotechnical report and present findings and recommendations.
Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, plans/drawings, technical specifications, and reports.
Lead geotechnical field observations and studies, including on-site direction and inspection of geotechnical drilling activities, and required permit(s) coordination.
Oversee various construction operations, including earthwork, monitoring wells, dewatering, and excavation support installations, and prepare engineering field reports.
Conduct field testing and select samples for laboratory soil and rock testing, along with interpretation of data from a variety of tests.
Conduct seawall and shoreline inspections and prepare risk register and assessment reports.
Prepare geotechnical instrumentation plan, evaluate instrumentation data, and provide recommendations.
Interpret soil samples and construct geologic profiles.
Interact and communicate with subcontractors, clients, and internal staff.
Develop and present project-specific or technical presentations to clients, technical organizations, and in-house staff.

Benefits

Competitive pay with a generous compensation program to reward performance.
Career Planning program with clear career roadmaps for every role.
Project Excellence career track with training and mentoring.
401(k) program with company match.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Robust paid time off plan.
Company holiday package.
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness initiatives.
Medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, supplemental life insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, HSA, and FSA.
Life insurance, short term disability, and long-term disability are provided by NTH.