Geotechnical Staff Professional
Description
Your role at GEI.
We are seeking a motivated geotechnical professional for the Wakefield, Massachusetts (Boston) office. The ideal candidate will work on a wide variety of projects such as transportation and infrastructure, buildings, dams and levees, and waterfront development. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and gain a wide range of experience.
Eligible to telecommute up to 2 days/week from a home office within normal commuting distance from main office at 100 Quannapowitt Parkway Suite 300, Wakefield, MA 01880.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
Serve as a member of the Wakefield, MA geotechnical team, working under supervision of more senior staff to support waterfront projects, design and remediation of dams and levees, geotechnical instrumentation; geotechnical investigations and design for infrastructure, bridge, and building projects. Job duties include:
- Perform geotechnical engineering analyses and design.
- Observe & manage field explorations.
- Observe & document construction activities.
- Coordinate geotechnical lab tests and interpret results.
- Perform computations, prepare spreadsheets, prepare and edit drawings using AutoCAD.
- Prepare proposals, reports, and construction specifications.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in Civil Engineering or related engineering field with geotechnical focus/coursework.
- Knowledge of advanced soil mechanics and foundation design as demonstrated by at least one of the following: coursework, internship, or prior employment.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, slope stability software, Plaxis 2D, and seismic site response software as demonstrated by coursework, internship, certification or prior experience and through interview process.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and willing to conduct field work both locally and during domestic travel including in inclement weather without restrictions.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time to project sites locally and within the United States – locations to be determined.
- Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Pay Range For This Position: $81,661.00 – $100.000.00/year
- Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
- Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- 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
- And More…
WORK ENVIRONMENT | |||||||||||||||||
Sedentary | x | Light | Medium | Other | |||||||||||||
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Physical Activity Requirements | Occasional (0-35% of day) | Frequent (33-66% of day) | Continuous (67-100% of day) | Not Applicable | |||||||||||||
Sitting | 4-6 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Standing | 4-6 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Walking | 2-6 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Climbing | 0-1 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) | 0-30 pounds | ||||||||||||||||
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) | 0-10 pounds | ||||||||||||||||
Carrying objects | 4-6 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Push/pull | 0-1 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Twisting | 1-2 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Bending | 2-3 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Reaching forward | 2-3 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Reaching overhead | 1-2 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Squat/kneel/crawl | 2-4 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Wrist position deviation | 0-1 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Pinching/fine motor skills | 1-2 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Keyboard use/repetitive motion | 4-6 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Taste or smell (taste=never) | 0-1 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Talk or hear | 6-8 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Accurate 20/40 | Very Accurate 20/20 | Not Applicable | |||||||||||||||
Near Vision | x | ||||||||||||||||
Far Vision | x | ||||||||||||||||
Yes | No | Not Applicable | |||||||||||||||
Color Discrimination | x | ||||||||||||||||
Sensory Requirements | Minimal | Moderate | Accurate | Not Applicable | |||||||||||||
Depth perception | x | ||||||||||||||||
Hearing | x | ||||||||||||||||
Occupational Exposure Risk Potential | Reasonably Anticipated | Not Anticipated |
Blood borne pathogens | x | |
Chemical | x | |
Airborne communicable diseases | x | |
Extreme temperatures | x | |
Radiation | x | |
Uneven surfaces or elevations | x | |
Extreme noise levels | x | |
Dust/particular matter | x |
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Usual workday hours: | x | 8 | 10 | 12 | Other work hours |
Disclaimer
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