Regional Engineer

Intertek•Fairfax, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Regional Engineer - Geotechnical to join our Professional Services Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Fairfax, VA. This role offers a significant opportunity for career growth within the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. Intertek's Building & Construction division comprises industry-leading brands that develop innovative product and project solutions, providing risk management and quality assurance through services like assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting for new developments, existing assets, and facilities. Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a prominent US-based provider of these services in civil and commercial construction, with offerings including construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from accredited engineering / ABET school AND Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering are Required
10+ years' of experience is required
Virginia P.E. License is required or ability to obtain in State of residence of employment and adjacent States as needed
Proficient in GeoStudio, APILE, LPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, Plaxis, Midas, SLIDE, Settle3D, and MSEW, and other proprietary Geotechnical Engineering Analysis software
Obtain Principal Consultant status internally (CS 5 years’ experience/Geo 8 years’ experience)
Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required
Candidates must have very strong communication skills and the ability to work with a team across the nation and the world
Ability to work off shifts and overtime

Responsibilities

Provides geotechnical engineering support on multiple project types such as Transportation and/or Infrastructure Related Projects, “big box” type developments, multi-family developments, Vertical Rise Constructions, intra-environmental projects, power/utility developments, and other geotechnical related projects.
Performs a variety of assignments that include independent evaluations using standard geotechnical engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using engineering judgments to make minor adoptions and modifications during the course of work.
Makes interpretations, decisions and recommendations in reference to laboratory and field test report results, project field circumstances and inspections.
Prepares and reviews geotechnical reports for projects as per specifications and project scope of work.
Assigns work /tasks to staff as applicable.
Utilizes local and remote staff as applicable to accomplish work/tasks and develop staff employees.
Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for task assignments.
Reviews recommendations with project designated Principal Consultant and/or Chief Engineer.
Engages, maintains and leverages client relationships and develops new project opportunities.
Attends client site meetings.
Communicates effectively and timely with client and project teams and attend client office and site meetings as appropriate.
Trains and mentors technical staff.
May perform on-site observations, or inspections.
Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work.