Staff Engineer (Civil/Structural/Geotechnical) - Peachtree Corners, GA

Geoquest USA • Peachtree Corners, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Geoquest USA, Inc. designs and supplies proprietary retaining wall systems and earth-related technologies for civil engineering projects. The company works as a subcontractor and material supplier on Department of Transportation and privately owned projects, performing work across sales, marketing, civil engineering and design, supply, and construction support.

The Staff Engineer coordinates design projects for a specific region, working with the Regional Manager and Engineering Manager to deliver engineering analyses and product designs on schedule using innovative, cost-conscious methods. The role incorporates owner-provided information into Geoquest USA plans and details, identifies conflicts between company products and owner documents, coordinates resolutions with internal and external stakeholders, and provides quality control for regional design and drafting work. The position also provides leadership to entry-level design engineers.

Additional work includes drafting wall elevation views and details, preparing or reviewing material takeoffs, attending engineering meetings and training, and undertaking other responsibilities assigned by the Engineering Manager. The engineer applies technical expertise to improve products, design procedures, and methods, communicates with potential clients during project development, and develops advanced expertise in designing and analyzing non-standard products.

The role is performed in a traditional office environment. Employees are expected to observe safety and security procedures and use equipment and materials properly.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited engineering school.
• At least five years of applicable engineering experience.
• Strong mathematics background.
• Strong communication skills.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with and adherence to safety and security procedures, and proper use of equipment and materials.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of route surveying.
• Experience working with construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design projects for a specific region and communicate directly with the Regional Manager.
• Ensure engineering analysis and design of Geoquest USA products is completed and submitted according to agreed schedules using innovative and cost-saving methods.
• Attend weekly engineering meetings to discuss the status of design work for the assigned region with the Engineering Manager.
• Incorporate and communicate owner-supplied information to develop Geoquest USA plans and details.
• Identify design issues between Geoquest USA products and owner documents and coordinate with people outside the company to resolve them.
• Provide quality control for design and drafting work in the region of responsibility.
• Provide supervisory and leadership support to entry-level design engineers.
• Use the wall draw program to draft wall elevation views and details for bid and final projects based on owner-provided data.
• Use the quantity extract program and other facilities to prepare or review material takeoffs.
• Attend monthly engineering technical meetings and in-house training.
• Perform additional departmental responsibilities assigned by the Engineering Manager, including work involving administration, human resources and training, technical standards and design tools, product packages, procedures, or standardization.
• Apply technical abilities to improve and innovate Geoquest USA products.
• Work with the Engineering Manager to improve procedures and enhance sound, economical design methods.
• Communicate with potential clients during project development to inform and encourage use of RE products.
• Develop advanced knowledge of design and analysis of non-standard products.

Benefits

• 11 paid vacation days to start, increasing to 16 days at five years and 21 days at 10 years.
• 11 paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance, including orthodontia coverage for children up to age 26.
• Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Wellness program with incentives.
• Free parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior