Geotechnical Professional

Description



Your role at GEI.


GEI's Knoxville Branch has an immediate opportunity for a mid-level Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Engineering Geologist professional. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a project team providing geotechnical, geostructural, and construction quality assurance oversight services to local, regional, and nationwide clients.


Your role as a mid-level geotechnical professional is to work on small-scale and large-scale projects as a team member under the supervision of a Senior Engineer. As an experienced or recently licensed professional, you will perform a variety of project tasks related to geotechnical engineering and construction quality assurance oversight and testing in support of power, infrastructure, transportation, and dam projects that will include field work, analyses, design, coordination of project activities, and client interaction


Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform field work related to geotechnical explorations and/or construction related projects
• Perform daily and weekly field reporting in support of project activities
• Effectively communicate with Senior Engineer or Project Manager and other project team members
• Interface with clients for assigned projects, effectively communicate with clients and their subcontractors, and be responsive to their requests
• Assist Senior Engineer or Project Manager in preparation and review of boring logs, lab assignments, calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports
• Provide oversight of subcontractors, such as drillers and contractors
• Assist in preparation of Health and Safety Plans and Quality Plans

Minimum Qualifications

• A general understanding of geotechnical engineering principles and analysis methods
• Ability to interpret sketches, engineering drawings, and other similar documents
• Field experience with geotechnical drill rig and construction monitoring/oversight/testing is required
• Experience working on earthwork and concrete construction projects
• Willingness to work 50 to 75 percent of working hours in the field in support of project activities
• Availability to work out of town and overtime
• Familiarity and experience in geotechnical laboratory test methods
• Familiarity with geologic formations in the Tennessee Physiographic Regions
• Basic experience in Microsoft Office, and familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bluebeam Revu, GeoStudio, and gINT is preferred, or willingness to be trained
• Strong attention to detail with good analytical and judgment capabilities
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Basic experience in geophysics techniques is preferred, or a willingness to be trained

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Engineering Geology
• FE/EIT certification required
• Minimum of 3-5 years project experience

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GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More...

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


WORK ENVIRONMENT


Functional Demands:


Sedentary


X


Light


Medium


Other


Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)


Physical Activity Requirements


Occasional

(0-35% of day)


Frequent

(33-66% of day)


Continuous

(67-100% of day)


Not Applicable


Sitting


X


Standing


X


Walking


X


Climbing


X


Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)


X


Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)


X


Carrying objects


X


Push/pull


X


Twisting


X


Bending


X


Reaching forward


X


Reaching overhead


X


Squat/kneel/crawl


X


Wrist position deviation


X


Pinching/fine motor skills


X


Keyboard use/repetitive motion


X


Taste or smell (taste=never)


X


Talk or hear


X


Accurate 20/40


Very Accurate 20/20


Not Applicable


Near Vision


X


Far Vision


X


Yes


No


Not Applicable


Color Discrimination


X


Sensory Requirements


Minimal


Moderate


Accurate


Not Applicable


Depth perception


X


Hearing


X


Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential


Reasonably Anticipated


Not Anticipated


Blood borne pathogens


X


Chemical


X


Airborne communicable diseases


X


Extreme temperatures


X


Radiation


X


Uneven surfaces or elevations


X


Extreme noise levels


X


Dust/particulate matter


X


Other (exposure risks):


Weight around 50 lbs


Usual workday hours :


X


8


X


10


12


Other work hours


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