Principal Geotechnical Engineer

American Electric Power•Tulsa, OK

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for performing advanced engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient, and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives. This role involves reviewing and sealing foundation and landslide mitigation designs. The company is an energy company committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions, with a mission to put the customer first and a focus on reducing carbon footprint, empowering communities, and building an engaged, talented workforce.

Requirements

Six (6) or more years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
Electric utility projects experience.
Knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles through education and/or demonstrated project experience related to: 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.
Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET, or four (4) years of related engineering experience along with a Master’s degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET.
Acceptable alternatives for education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (focus in geotechnical engineering) from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor’s program.
Leadership skills.
High-impact communication skills.
Positive disposition.
Collaboration skills.
Planning and organization skills.

Nice To Haves

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.
Reviewing and sealing foundation and landslide mitigation designs as assigned.
Performing geotechnical engineering activities related to earthwork, retaining walls, slope stability, landslide mitigation, and foundation design.
Conducting subsurface investigations and desktop geologic research.
Overseeing geotechnical construction.
Traveling (~20%) to the field to diagnose geotechnical issues related to electric transmission lines and substations.