Geotechnical EIT/Designer - Paducah, United States - HDR

Description

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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Primary Duties

• Work under a licensed PE and be responsible for the geotechnical analysis and design of infrastructure projects including but not limited to roadways, retaining walls, bridges, buildings, dams, soil, and rock slopes, asphalt, and concrete pavements, etc.
• Review boring logs, laboratory data, and design plans for a variety of geotechnical tasks such as slope stability, settlement analysis, and construction recommendations
• Work on shallow and deep foundation design, such as driven piles and drilled shafts
• Provide project specific analysis of liquefaction potential with seismic considerations, slide remediation, and ground improvement
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and foundation reports for geotechnical projects, and also be expected to coordinate with project managers to implement measures to successfully meet all project goals and objectives.
• Southeast regional travel is required for site visits, client/project meetings, etc.

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Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
• EIT or ability to obtain within 12 months. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Geotechnical Designer"
• Knowledge of soil mechanics
• Familiarity with engineering software
• Must be willing to do extensive travel throughout the Southeast (as needed)
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills

Preferred Requirements

• Previous geotechnical-related engineering experience
• Local candidates are preferred

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.