Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Incorporated
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Incorporated, Poland, New York, United States
Job Summary:
This position is for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer or Senior Engineering Geologist who will perform geological/geotechnical activities for the Poland AP1000 Project at the project site in Lubiatowo, Poland. The successful candidate will report to Bechtel's lead field engineering geologist/geotechnical engineer or their designee. The successful candidate must have strong organizational and teamwork skills, proven problem‑solving abilities, a can‑do attitude, and a commitment to quality. The successful candidate will be expected to provide full time support of subsurface investigation activities at the site throughout the duration of the subsurface investigation.
Major Responsibilities:
The work will require observing field work including drilling, sampling and field‑testing activities, attending meetings and coordinating with other engineering geologists/geotechnical engineers and/or client engineers in a team environment.
Become familiar with Bechtel’s specification(s), borehole location plan, bill of quantities and related subcontract documents.
Participate in scheduled training activities.
Provide technical direction to subcontractors performing the work, as required.
Observe field geological/geotechnical activities and enforce technical and quality requirements.
Draft field instruction forms to resolve technical issues or provide clarification for work.
Review field information provided by the subcontractor to ensure accuracy and compliance with Bechtel’s requirements.
Communicate observations and site conditions to Bechtel’s lead field engineer/geologist.
Coordinate work with Bechtel’s lead field engineer/geologist.
Coordinate work between multiple subcontractors and ensure consistency of information provided by different subcontractors.
Immediately elevate issues to Bechtel’s lead field engineer/geologist for resolution, if resolution is not reached with subcontractors performing the work.
Assist with the preparation of Bechtel’s daily reports.
Participate in site safety and plan of the day meetings, as scheduled.
Be aware of and comply with safety requirements and reporting responsibilities.
Assist with laboratory testing assignments of samples.
Assist with any surveillance by the client or the Polish National Atomic Energy Agency (PAA), including presentation of samples and field work.
Assist/mentor younger/less experienced field engineering geologists/geotechnical engineers.
Education and Experience Requirements: Level 1
An M.S. degree in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university or college and minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
Level 2
An M.S. degree in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university or college and minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Extensive experience related to overseeing and/or performing subsurface investigations (drilling, sampling, field and laboratory testing).
Right to work in Poland without sponsorship.
Experience with Microsoft office programs, and other common computer programs.
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
Ability to utilize engineering and office automation tools effectively.
Ability to communicate in English.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
Fluency in English.
Knowledge of industry codes and standards (Polish and international) used in the nuclear industry.
Experience working in the offshore ground investigation industry.
Willingness to works shifts on a live‑aboard, offshore jack‑up rig.
Polish certification as a Geologist or Geotechnical Engineer.
Knowledge of Polish geology, preferably the geology around Lubiatowo.
Demonstrable previous experience working on a large industrial EPC project.
Experience with licensing, design, and construction of commercial nuclear power plants.
Experience with nuclear quality programs.
Ph.D. degree in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university.
Experience working with procedures meeting nuclear quality assurance programs and occupational health and safety.
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.
Diverse teams build the extraordinary: As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong‑where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com
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Major Responsibilities:
The work will require observing field work including drilling, sampling and field‑testing activities, attending meetings and coordinating with other engineering geologists/geotechnical engineers and/or client engineers in a team environment.
Become familiar with Bechtel’s specification(s), borehole location plan, bill of quantities and related subcontract documents.
Participate in scheduled training activities.
Provide technical direction to subcontractors performing the work, as required.
Observe field geological/geotechnical activities and enforce technical and quality requirements.
Draft field instruction forms to resolve technical issues or provide clarification for work.
Review field information provided by the subcontractor to ensure accuracy and compliance with Bechtel’s requirements.
Communicate observations and site conditions to Bechtel’s lead field engineer/geologist.
Coordinate work with Bechtel’s lead field engineer/geologist.
Coordinate work between multiple subcontractors and ensure consistency of information provided by different subcontractors.
Immediately elevate issues to Bechtel’s lead field engineer/geologist for resolution, if resolution is not reached with subcontractors performing the work.
Assist with the preparation of Bechtel’s daily reports.
Participate in site safety and plan of the day meetings, as scheduled.
Be aware of and comply with safety requirements and reporting responsibilities.
Assist with laboratory testing assignments of samples.
Assist with any surveillance by the client or the Polish National Atomic Energy Agency (PAA), including presentation of samples and field work.
Assist/mentor younger/less experienced field engineering geologists/geotechnical engineers.
Education and Experience Requirements: Level 1
An M.S. degree in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university or college and minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
Level 2
An M.S. degree in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university or college and minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Extensive experience related to overseeing and/or performing subsurface investigations (drilling, sampling, field and laboratory testing).
Right to work in Poland without sponsorship.
Experience with Microsoft office programs, and other common computer programs.
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
Ability to utilize engineering and office automation tools effectively.
Ability to communicate in English.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
Fluency in English.
Knowledge of industry codes and standards (Polish and international) used in the nuclear industry.
Experience working in the offshore ground investigation industry.
Willingness to works shifts on a live‑aboard, offshore jack‑up rig.
Polish certification as a Geologist or Geotechnical Engineer.
Knowledge of Polish geology, preferably the geology around Lubiatowo.
Demonstrable previous experience working on a large industrial EPC project.
Experience with licensing, design, and construction of commercial nuclear power plants.
Experience with nuclear quality programs.
Ph.D. degree in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university.
Experience working with procedures meeting nuclear quality assurance programs and occupational health and safety.
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.
Diverse teams build the extraordinary: As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong‑where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com
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