Geotechnical Project Engineer

Geotechnical Project EngineerThornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world's challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.Our Forensics practice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys, property managers, building owners, contractors, manufacturers, and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues.Thornton Tomasetti is currently initiating a search for a Geotechnical Project Engineer to join our team in Orlando. In this position, you will be involved in business development and in projects with our Forensics Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges. You'll contribute to the strategic growth of our forensic geotechnical practice and providing technical excellence delivering projects to our clients. Projects generally include investigations of existing buildings and design remedial repairs for deficient conditions. The investigations include failure cause and origin analysis, life cycle cost and feasibility analyses, risk loss insurance, and claims response, and litigation support.ResponsibilitiesOn-site inspections and investigations including surveying and documenting observations, photographing, and sketching.Conduct geotechnical investigations and laboratory testing programs.Researching the historic background of diverse structures, technical issues, and code issues.Organizes field data to facilitate analysis and problem-solving.Perform geotechnical analyses including bearing capacity, slope stability analysis, seepage analysis, and settlement analysis.Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or problems.Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.RequirementsMS or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or closely related field.4+ years of experience in geotechnical investigation and design, preferably in the areas of foundation design, dams and levees, and transportation infrastructure.Good understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering and related disciplines (Structures, Civil, Environmental, and Planning).Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with clients, other disciplines, managers, and other staff.Experience using commercially available geotechnical software (i.e. Plaxis, LPILE, GeoStudio, SETTLE3 and DeepEx).Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a team.Ability and willingness to travel for field work on as-needed basis.A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefitsFlexible Spending Accounts for Medical & ChildcarePaid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer TimeTuition ReimbursementCommuter Transit (where available)401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repaymentsFitness ReimbursementAnd other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiativesThornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.