Senior Geotechnical Engineering Professional

Benefits:

Free parking

Company-paid Life Insurance

Company paid Disability insurance

Paid out-of-state Licensure (if required)

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

AWK Consulting Engineers, Inc. has an immediate need for a full-time Senior Geotechnical Engineering Professional at its headquarters location in Pittsburgh, PA and its branch office in Harrisburg, PA. Self-motivated individuals with 10-15 years of relevant work experience and strong academic background should submit a cover letter and resume to AWK, per the instructions below.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design and analysis of various shallow and deep foundation systems for structures; including calculations to determine bearing resistance or load-carrying capacity of the foundations along with the estimation of foundation settlements under different subsurface conditions and structural loading combinations

Design and analysis of various permanent and temporary earth retention systems such as concrete gravity, soldier beam and lagging, sheet pile walls, etc.

Slope stability analysis utilizing computer programs such as GSTABL and SLIDE

Design and analysis of MSE walls and Reinforced Soil Slopes

Preparation and supervision of the final geotechnical engineering reports. This activity requires excellent verbal communication skills as well as writing capabilities

Direct and manage various types of projects in the government, industrial, and private sectors that will include highways, bridges, culverts, dams, tunnels, and public infrastructure improvements along with manufacturing facilities, tanks and towers and various commercial and residential developments

Planning and execution of geotechnical exploration and providing oversight of geotechnical investigations including directing drilling subcontractors

Direct, manage and supervise Junior Engineers with respect to field exploration, inspection and classifying soil and rock retrieved during drilling; prepare boring logs for various types of projects

Responsible for data collection utilizing various types of field instrumentation such as inclinometers, piezometers, and settlement monitoring devices

Computer skills including MS Word, MS Excel, L-PILE, P-Y Wall, MathCAD, Slope Stability & Wave Equation Analysis Program (WEAP & GRLWEAP)

Prepare scopes of work and manhour estimates for project work

Co-design and manage multiple geotechnical engineering projects, concurrently

Co-coordinate and execute various projects with Project and Junior Engineers, including ongoing mentoring of junior staff

Work alongside project management teams to successfully monitor progress and implementation of intiatives

Perform other related duties as required

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

BS in Civil or Geological Engineering (or associated engineering discipline); MS preferred

10-15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering

PE certification

Project experience with bridges, roadways, retaining walls, soil and rock slopes, embankments, buildings, and various methods of ground improvements

Must be able to manage and be in charge of multiple projects from the inception/proposal stage to project closure

Dependable drive and character, as demonstrated with a stable work history

Possess computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, Project Management Software; and a working knowledge of geotechnical/structural analysis design software

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Superior communication skills, including verbal, social, and writing skills; the ability to interface with a diverse range of colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders

HOW TO APPLY: For consideration, reply with a resume highlighting your experience, expression of interest and compensation requirements. Please email your resume to or mail to Human Resources, 1225 Rodi Rd. Turtle Creek, PA 15145.

ABOUT US: AWK Consulting Engineers, Inc. (AWK) is a dynamic and growing engineering firm encompassing several engineering disciplines: including geotechnical, drilling, surveying, pavement and rehabilitation design, structural engineering, and construction inspection and management.

AWK Consulting Engineers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.