Geotechnical Engineer

SCS Engineers•Overland Park, KS

1d•$120,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

What we are looking for SCS Engineers is looking for a highly experienced geotechnical engineer with a strong background in geotechnical engineering, environmental projects, and litigation support to serve our team as a Technical Advisor. This role is uniquely designed for a seasoned professional who will serve as a technical mentor, leveraging their extensive experience to guide and develop our engineering team across a diverse range of projects. If you excel in a collaborative company and like dynamic work that challenges you to learn each day, SCS is a great fit. At SCS, you will contribute to our strategic direction, help us continue to grow, mentor junior engineers nationwide, and provide our clients with responsive, innovative, high-quality client service. Ideally, you will work in one of our Central or Upper Midwest region offices, but hybrid work will be considered. How you can make an impact You will serve as a Geotechnical Expert and as a Technical Advisor to our project teams and clients on geotechnical aspects of landfills and other facility design, construction quality assurance (CQA), soil and groundwater remediation, and environmental engineering projects. As our Geotechnical Expert you will contribute to SCS by adapting your geotechnical engineering capabilities to the landfill and environmental consulting industry. Examples of geotechnical engineering as it applies to our practice include: Measuring and predicting settlement. Providing slope stability modeling for new and old landfills, embankments, and excavations. Conducting geotechnical/hydrogeological investigations for waste management facilities and other environmental projects. Siting, design and regulatory permitting of new and expanding landfills. Designing and preparing construction specifications for remediation, energy production, landfill and other waste management facility projects. Providing recommendations for structural design of foundations for various types of facilities and equipment. For construction projects, designing and planning construction quality assurance (CQA) activities to verify construction complies with design and permit requirements. Preparing proposals and cost estimates for new projects Providing geotechnical education and training to SCS staff

Requirements

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in geotechnical engineering required.
Must be a registered professional engineer in at least one state with the ability to apply for reciprocity in others where needed.
10+ years of related work experience required.
Valid driver’s license and driving record in good standing required.

Nice To Haves

20+ years of related work experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Serving as a Geotechnical Expert and Technical Advisor on geotechnical aspects of landfills and other facility design, construction quality assurance (CQA), soil and groundwater remediation, and environmental engineering projects.
Adapting geotechnical engineering capabilities to the landfill and environmental consulting industry.
Measuring and predicting settlement.
Providing slope stability modeling for new and old landfills, embankments, and excavations.
Conducting geotechnical/hydrogeological investigations for waste management facilities and other environmental projects.
Siting, design and regulatory permitting of new and expanding landfills.
Designing and preparing construction specifications for remediation, energy production, landfill and other waste management facility projects.
Providing recommendations for structural design of foundations for various types of facilities and equipment.
Designing and planning construction quality assurance (CQA) activities to verify construction complies with design and permit requirements.
Preparing proposals and cost estimates for new projects
Providing geotechnical education and training to SCS staff
Driving customer-centric solutions by collaborating with your team to develop and implement strategies that prioritize customer needs and enhance their experience, reinforcing our commitment to exceptional service.
Promoting collaborative excellence by encouraging cross-functional teamwork and open communication to achieve shared goals and drive individual, organizational, and client success.
Developing relationships with a network of technical experts throughout the company.
Supporting proposals by working with project managers and clients to understand their goals as well as technical needs and requirements.
Actively attending conferences, presenting on technical topics, and being involved in professional associations and committees as appropriate.
Taking a leading role and presenting at internal technical meetings.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
Annual Bonus Program
Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave

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