Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

About THD Design Group

THD Design Group is a comprehensive Surveying and Engineering Services company with more than 30 years' experience. The team at THD Design Group provides Engineering Design, Land Surveying, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Management for both the public and private sectors. Our expertise, combined with state-of-the-art technology, provides each project with increased efficiency, accuracy, and quality assurance. We provide expertise and technology necessary to execute a project from preliminary design, mapping and ultimately to the final design stage when the project is ready for bid and construction. Then, we provide construction support through plan clarification, contractor and field surveyor coordination, construction inspection, and material testing. Our Surveying/Engineering staff has provided economical and efficient surveys/designs for numerous projects ranging from single family residential, large commercial and industrial developments and municipal projects.

This position can NOT be remote. Candidates must be local to the St. Louis. MO area and able to commute to the office.

THD Design Group is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to competently perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed below. These requirements are representative of the expected knowledge, skill, and/or ability of the candidate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are seeking an opportunity with a fast growing company and you possess leadership qualities and a solid work ethic, THD Design Group wants you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide engineering and consulting support for THD's projects and clients. Work closely with senior-level project managers and professional engineers to gain project management and engineering experience.
• Must be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams.
• Assist in developing the scope of services, cost estimates, and proposals for a variety of projects including residential, commercial, transportation, and infrastructure.
• Perform geotechnical field work including field reconnaissance, preparation of field boring logs, obtaining soil samples, construction observation, and material testing services.
• Participate in geotechnical laboratory testing, engineering analysis, and development of engineering recommendations.
• Prepare reports, plans, and specifications based on engineering analysis.
• Attend meetings with clients as a representative of THD.
• Project management activities to track and evaluate project scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management and maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geological/Civil Engineering or related field
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI) preferred.
• Open to all experience levels including Professional Engineer (PE)
• Strong problem solving and resolution skills
• Ability to multitask
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to communicate via email and verbally

Compensation/Benefits

Starting salary commensurate with background and level of experience. Eligibility for our fulltime benefits package upon successful completion of introductory period. Our current package includes:

• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Personal)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Matching 401k Retirement Plan

THD Design Group is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.