Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer
US-PA-Allentown
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Req #: 10686
Type: Regular Full-Time
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Overview: Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Geotechnical group in our Allentown, PA office. As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will bring your expertise and unique solutions to highly visible and challenging projects. You will also work in a team of dedicated Project Managers, Principals and other Engineers. If you have a solid understanding of civil engineering principles with a geotechnical focus, and a desire to work on multi-disciplinary projects, apply today! Responsibilities: * Participate or lead field assignments including observation of geotechnical explorations, and installation of geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring. * Participate in construction observation and material testing. * Performing geotechnical analyses including bearing capacity evaluations, stability evaluations, and seepage analyses. * Writing of field reports and engineering reports. * Prepare technical specifications, design drawings, and construction submittals for compliance with contract requirements and design assumptions. * Communicating effectively and efficiently with contractors, clients and team members. * Work Environment may require regular exposure to ALL outside weather conditions, moderate to loud noise conditions, exposure to heights. Lifting weights of up to 75 lbs. for field density testing. * Some weekend and overtime work may be required; some limited overnight and interstate travel may be required with this position. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required. * 0-2+ years' experience. * EIT certification or ability to obtain is required. * Experience or academic training with geotechnical software such as AutoCAD, SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, SETTLE3D, L-Pile, is preferred. * Soils laboratory experience is a plus. * Following certifications a plus: Nuclear Density Gauge Operator; American Concrete Institute (ACI) Level I Inspector; and/or Related certifications from ICC. * Candidate must have consistent means of transportation to/from project sites and a valid Driver's License with a clean driving record. * Drug testing may be required. (will it be required?) * Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
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