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GEI Consultants

Staff Geotechnical Engineer

GEI Consultants, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Geotech Washington,DC Salary: USD 70000 - 85000 Annually

GEI’s Washington DC office continues to grow and is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer in Metro DC or the surrounding areas of Virginia and Maryland. Specifically, we are seeking candidates with a strong understanding of soil and rock mechanics theories and their practical application. Experience or interest in structural engineering concepts, design of earth retaining systems, and environmental remediation are a plus.

Under the direction of a Senior Engineer, this individual will support engineering investigations, analyses, and reporting and will assist in preparing design documents for foundations and excavations support systems, ground improvement systems, instrumentation, and environmental work. The selected candidate will collect geotechnical, environmental, and instrumentation data from site investigation activities and help interpret this data for design. Construction management and construction observation are also part of the role.

This position will include performing or preparing:

Geotechnical field investigations.

Geotechnical and environmental in-situ testing.

Installation of instrumentation in the field.

Coordination and interpretation of lab tests.

Geotechnical and structural engineering analysis and calculations.

Technical memos, reports, and construction specifications.

Design and modification of drawings using AutoCAD.

Field construction oversight, monitoring, and testing.

Minimum Qualifications

B.S. in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering.

0 to 3+ years of experience.

Familiarity with CAD and drafting.

Excellent writing and speaking skills.

Valid US driver’s license.

Ability to travel, including for overnight and away assignments.

Ability to perform field work under variable weather conditions and at active construction sites.

Preferred Qualifications

M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering.

GIS and modeling experience.

40-hr OSHA/HAZWOPER training.

We are GEI. Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locationshere .

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career sitehere .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus

Pay Range For This Position: $75,000-85,000/year

Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More

Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Data collection and interpretation

Physical Activity Requirements Occasional (0-35% of day)

Frequent (33-66% of day)

Not Applicable (67-100% of day)

4-6 hours standing

2 hours walking

2 hours climbing

30 min lifting floor to waist

20lbs lifting waist level and above

20lbs carrying objects

Push/pull effort

Twisting effort

10 min reaching forward

10 min reaching overhead

Accurate 20/40 Keyboard use repetitive motion: 4-6 hours

Speech and hearing: Yes

Near vision: Yes

Far vision: Yes

Very Accurate 20/20 Not Applicable

Sensory Requirements Minimal depth perception: x

Hearing: x

Chemical exposure: x

Extreme temperatures: x

Radiation: x

Uneven surfaces or elevations: x

Dust/particulate matter: x

Reasonably Anticipated Other work hours

8 hours

10 hours

12 hours

Other (exposure risks) 8

10

12

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.

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