Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson•Columbus, OH

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About The Position

JMT is currently seeking a full-time Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our companywide geotechnical design practice. This position is based in our newly relocated and growing office in the Easton area of Columbus, OH. This position will support a variety of project types including many high-profile projects across our company footprint in our highways, bridges, aviation, rail & transit, marine and ports, water and wastewater, dams and levees, and buildings and facilities markets. Some of our notable ongoing projects include Greendale Levee Greendale, IN; Long Bridge North in Washington DC/Northern Virginia; I-95 Electronic Toll Lanes and the Harry W Nice/Thomas "Mac" Middelton Bridge Replacement both in Maryland and Alexandria Waterfront Design-Build Improvements in Virginia. This position will also support highway and bridge projects throughout the states of Ohio and Pennsylvania for ODOT, PennDOT and other transportation clients.

Requirements

BS degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in geotechnical courses
5 to 10+ years geotechnical engineering experience including analysis, report writing, and proposal preparation required
Experience with geotechnical software similar to or including gINT, SLIDE, SETTLE3, LPILE, ALLPILE, ReSSA, etc., and LRFD design
Propensity and proficiency for problem solving, both in the office and in the field, and have successfully developed innovative solutions to various geotechnical challenges
Work independently and as part of a team
Strong writing/verbal skills in order to work with team members, clients, and contractors
Perform field assignments which include, but are not limited to, walking and climbing through areas that have steep slopes or other natural obstacles
Candidates must be capable of working on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environment
Coordination with clients, contractors, outside consultants and firm staff is expected
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

MS degree in Geotechnical Engineering
Professional Engineer certification preferred.
Proficiency in MicroStation/CADD preferred.
Experience working on Federal, State, County and local projects including ODOT and PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission

Responsibilities

Responsible for management and oversight of geotechnical investigations
Development and implementation of subsurface investigation programs consisting of test borings, cone penetrometer, dilatometer and geophysical surveys
Perform engineering analysis of soils and rock, for design of shallow and deep foundation systems, slope stability, excavations, permanent and temporary retaining systems, dewatering systems and soil improvement
Preparation of geotechnical reports and memoranda
Preparation of construction documents including plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Responsible for responses to requests for qualifications and proposal
Assist in marketing efforts for growth and development of the geotechnical engineering practice in the Ohio and Pennsylvania Region
Conduct and manage on-site geotechnical inspection and engineering services during construction