Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Pennoni•Columbia, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Columbia, MD. This role involves assisting engineers with geotechnical projects, coordinating with internal and external clients, performing field explorations and construction observation, and assisting with geotechnical engineering investigations including report preparation and developing recommendations. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-oriented discipline (preferably a BS in Civil, Geotechnical, or Structural Engineering).
Valid Driver’s License
Reliable Transportation

Nice To Haves

FE / EIT or obtain EIT within a year of their hire.
Basic Geotechnical Engineering experience.
Knowledge of soil mechanics, bearing capacity, settlement
Professional experience working on construction projects; ideally, this person is capable of coordinating and overseeing field-based construction inspection operations.
Experience with observing and documenting construction activities (e.g.: concrete placement, deep & shallow foundation construction, earthwork, infiltration testing, basic survey & layout activity, test pits, test borings, etc.).
Proficiency on standard office software applications, especially Microsoft Office 365 (including Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Familiarity with engineering tools (e.g.: geotechnical engineering software, CADD, etc.); exposure to AutoCAD and/or gINT is a plus!
Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with minimal supervision while displaying a positive attitude.
Excellent organizational skills: this person will be expected to multi-task / prioritize multiple assignments effectively in order to proactively balance their workload while meeting deadlines.
Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).

Responsibilities

Assist Engineers with the execution of multiple concurrent geotechnical projects.
Work with internal clients (Staff Engineers, Geologists, Designers, etc.) while also coordinating efforts with external customers (clients, drilling subcontractors, etc.) to ensure effective workflow.
Work with Field staff as well as coordinating with clients & contractors during construction.
Perform construction observation and materials testing.
Perform geotechnical field explorations (test borings, test pits, infiltration testing, etc.).
Assist with / perform geotechnical engineering investigations; this involves preparing reports and developing recommendations.
Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.