Geotechnical Project Engineer
Cincinnati, OH
Midwest – Geotechnical Department-Geotechnology /
Full-Time /
On-site
Overview:
Geotechnology, a Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) Company, has an opening in our Geotechnical Department. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope.
UES is thrilled to be named the #1 fastest growing AEC firm by the Zweig Group. The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list honors the fastest-growing firms in the architecture, engineering, planning, environmental, and construction (AEC) industry. For the first time in four years, a new firm, UES, took the number one spot on the 2021 list! Firms are ranked based on three-year growth in revenue, by both percentage and dollar growth.
Under the supervision of a designated supervisor or project manager, helps to organize and carry out field, laboratory, and technical work for a variety of projects. Receives considerable practical training to supplement previously-obtained theoretical knowledge.
Job Responsibilities:
- Performs technical work with competence on assignments with increasing complexity depending on experience.
- Locates, observes, and logs field explorations and activities.
- Organizes field operations and can provide oversight of field activities.
- Installs, reads, and interprets field instrumentation and performs field measurements.
- Is responsible for collecting samples and transporting them to the laboratory.
- Describes samples.
- Prepares reports on field activities and summarizes field and laboratory data.
- Performs scientific, geologic, or engineering analyses and studies.
- Checks work for accuracy and completeness for the project.
- Checks vendors' invoices.
- Practices loss prevention techniques.
- Alerts project manager or supervisor to technical, managerial, or administrative problems that arise during the course of a contract.
- Prepares technical reports on routine projects and more challenging projects based on experience.
- Must be able to work independently on varied assignments.
- Exercises responsible judgment on technical matters within the limits of current experience level.
- May discuss technical matters with client after review and approval by Supervisor.
- Projects a positive image of the Firm in dealings with outside groups and clients.
- Maintains existing and develops new client relationships.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering. MS degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a closely related field is a plus.
- Two to Five years' of progressively responsible experience in specialty field.
- Two to three years of the above-referenced experience may be substituted with an advanced degree in a specialty or closely related field.
Who We Are:
UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.
Growing in Excellence
As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 60 branches and 2,500 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.
Why work at Geotechnology, A Universal Engineering Sciences Company?
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