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    Senior Geotechnical Engineer - New York, United States - COWI

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    Senior Geotechnical Engineer, Offshore Wind

    New York

    Regular, Full time

    Hybrid

    Do you want to expand your potential in an outstanding environment, where we collaborate on shaping tomorrow's societies? Can you work with a reasonable degree of care with appropriate support from technical leads and project managers? And are you an experienced engineer who can assist us provide solutions for customers in the offshore wind foundation market? Then, here is your chance to convert aspirations into actions

    Turn challenges into sustainable solutions
    We are looking for an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in New York. You will work closely with a team of experts working alongside our customers on some of North America's most significant projects.

    Your key responsibilities will be to:
    • Collaborate and work cross-functionally with senior practitioners and project managers in the design and analysis of foundations (e.g. monopile, jacket, gravity based, etc.) for offshore wind turbines, offshore electrical substations and port facilities in support of all phases of project lifecycle, including planning, design, construction, operation and decommissioning by providing geotechnical and foundation expertise.
    • Analyze geotechnical data obtained from site investigations, drilling programs, and laboratory tests. Interpret soil parameters and geotechnical characteristics to inform foundation design parameters.
    • Perform 2-D and 3-D soil-structure interaction analysis, geotechnical analysis and dynamic analysis using advanced finite element software under various loading conditions.
    • Prepare design deliverable documents and execute quality control validation of detailed calculations, design drawings and specifications.
    • Perform occasional on-site engagement at client offices as dictated by project needs, with an estimated 10 percent of tasks performed away from the office.
    • Have frequent in-person and virtual interfaces with Project Director, Technical Leads, Project Manager, design team, BIM/CADD team, etc.
    • Participate in regular client meetings to discuss geotechnical aspects of the project, provide updates, and address any client concerns.
    Your skills. Our team. Together we design the future
    The first step to growth in this role is that you are eager to collaborate with the people around you, whether they are colleagues, partners or customers. Developing ties with others is something you do by acting respectfully and delivering on your promises. And you never get set in your ways, but keep exploring new insights and ways to improve.

    On top of that, you will have:
    • Hold M.S. or higher degree in Geotechnical Engineering, focusing on the design of deep foundations, along with 10+ years' experience working as a geotechnical engineer.
    • Have in depth knowledge of soil plasticity theories and demonstrate a comprehensive grasp of the mechanical behavior of soils under various loading conditions including but not limited to static and cyclic loadings.
    • Be experienced in soil-structure interaction and preparing and checking engineering designs and calculations for deep foundations in marine environment.
    • Having experience with finite element software such as PLAXIS 2-D and 3-D, SESAM, and/or ABAQUS.
    • Interface effectively with cross-disciplinary teams (structural, electrical, mechanical, BIM, CADD, etc.) and excel in culturally diverse environments, delivering high-quality and efficient results in fast-paced markets.
    • Demonstrate comprehensive time management skills, working across multiple time zones daily, and possess extensive communication abilities to collaborate with colleagues globally.
    • Possess offshore wind foundation design and analysis experience, familiarity with offshore codes (API, DNVGL, ISO, etc.), and proficiency in programming languages like Python, MATLAB, or similar for data analysis and process automation.
    • Hold or have the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) within 12 months of employment.
    A place to work and so much more

    At COWI, we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity - and sometimes even our courage - to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. That is why we say no to fossil-based projects and aspire to have 100% of our revenue come from activities that move our customers towards sustainability.

    We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home.

    With offices primarily located in the Nordic region, the UK, North America and India, we are currently more than 8,000 people who bring their expertise in engineering, architecture, energy and environment into play.

    What we also offer:

    Being part of the COWI community offers more than just a competitive salary. We take care of our people both professionally and personally.

    Some of our benefits include:

    Flexible working arrangement | Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave | Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share | Full time hires get minimum 4 weeks vacation to start | Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity | Paid sick leave | Annual fitness subsidy - yes, you can use this for a ski pass, yoga, or gym membership | 401K contribution matching with generous company match | Personal and professional development fund | Parking or public transit allowance | Medical, dental, and vision insurance 80% employer-paid premiums | Employee Assistance Program (EAP) | STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance | Referral incentive program| Frequent social events

    Base compensation: $100,000 to $150,000 for New York location only. Actual compensation is subject to variations due to education, experience, skill set and/or location.

    Got more questions?
    Get to know us even better at our website, , where you can learn more about our projects, our strategy, what we want to achieve and what life is like at COWI.

    Equal opportunity employer

    COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, COWI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Please click on this link for more information.

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