Geotechnical Engineer

Company Description

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AECOM Technical Services, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Denver, CO:

Job Details:

• Perform geotechnical analysis for the design of tailings and water storage facilities, tailings dams, and other mining infrastructure
• Perform advanced numerical modeling of tailings dams, including deformation analysis using related geotechnical modeling software
• Develop MPM code to model and interpolate materials runout behavior
• Perform geotechnical evaluations including material characterization, seepage, and slope stability among others, using geotechnical software
• Assist with the development drawings, specifications, and calculation packages
• Prepare technical reports and presentations of evaluation results for the clients and Review Boards
• 10% domestic travel required
• Telecommuting permitted up to 3 days per week

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field of study and 2 years of experience as a Geotechnical Engineer, Civil Engineer, or in a related occupation.

Alternatively, the employer will accept a Master's degree Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field of study with no experience.

Position requires experience in the following:

1. Soil Mechanics
2. Foundation Design
3. UTEXAS
4. Geotech Modeling
5. Finite Element Method
6. Deepsoil
7. AutoCAD
8. GeoStudio
9. Plaxis
10. FLAC
11. Surfer
12. Grapher
13. Microsoft Office
14. Python

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.