Geotechnical Project Engineering

Thornton 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. 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 looking for a Geotechnical Project Engineer in Austin, Texas. In this role, you'll 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 will 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, risk loss insurance, claims response, and litigation support.

On-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 such as but not limited to bearing capacity, slope stability analysis, and settlement analysis.

Provide geotechnical support during construction.

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.

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or geotechnical engineering. Master's or PhD in geotechnical engineering is preferred.

• Good understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering and related disciplines.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Ability and willingness to travel within the USA and internationally.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

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