Massachusetts Staffing
Geotechnical Engineer 5
With general direction, creates excavation, dewatering, shallow/deep foundations, dams/reservoirs/levees, geo-environmental projects, etc. engineering designs of basic to high complexity to meet client project requirements. - Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations and signs off on completed designs. - Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs. - Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. - Updates design requirements as necessary. - Performs soil sampling analyses and modeling. - Contributes to firm's TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. - Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals. - Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs). - Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices. - Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs. - Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff. - Performs other duties as required. - Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. - Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm. - May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Mining or Geologic Engineering or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. 7 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. EEO Statement: CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Skills and Abilities: Expert knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Expert knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate. Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
With general direction, creates excavation, dewatering, shallow/deep foundations, dams/reservoirs/levees, geo-environmental projects, etc. engineering designs of basic to high complexity to meet client project requirements. - Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations and signs off on completed designs. - Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs. - Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. - Updates design requirements as necessary. - Performs soil sampling analyses and modeling. - Contributes to firm's TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. - Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals. - Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs). - Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices. - Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs. - Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff. - Performs other duties as required. - Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. - Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm. - May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Mining or Geologic Engineering or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. 7 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. EEO Statement: CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Skills and Abilities: Expert knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Expert knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate. Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.