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Geotechnical EngineerBlack & Veatch • Overland Park, KS, US
Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer

Black & Veatch • Overland Park, KS, US
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Overview

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The Opportunity

In this role, you will have the opportunity to :

  • Work with multi-discipline teams to develop design materials for project assignments for heavy civil works projects such as generation, power infrastructure (transmission, distribution, substations), solar, wind, dams, buried infrastructure, tunnels, etc.
  • Perform analysis, design calculations, design sketches, and preparing geotechnical design reports to meet project requirements
  • Perform, coordinate, and manage geotechnical field investigations
  • Coordinate, manage, observe, and document geotechnical construction activities such as grouting, ground improvement, deep foundations, retaining walls, etc.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate internal teams and resources while working to understand client interests and needs
  • Develop structural technical specifications, plans, and details for projects such as power generation facilities, substations, transmission lines, solar sites, dams, canals, flood control projects, municipal water, wastewater, and pipelines
  • Plan, design, and oversee geotechnical aspects for projects both in the office and in the field
  • Travel on field assignments as required. Field time is estimated at 20 to 40%
  • Qualifications

    Preferred Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience supporting geotechnical / heavy civil projects
  • Experience with geotechnical investigations, grouting, ground improvement, deep foundations, and retaining walls
  • Master's Degree in Civil Engineering with Emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering
  • Active Engineering-In-Training (EIT) preferred
  • Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program
  • Minimum of 5 years related work experience
  • Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, motor vehicle records) as applicable by law
  • Certifications

    Active Engineering-In-Training (EIT) license and actively pursuing Professional Engineering (PE) license

    Work Environment / Physical Demands

  • Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days based on manager discretion, performance, and work assignments
  • Typical office and construction environments with associated hazards, weather conditions, and physical demands (sitting, walking, typing, lifting up to 40 pounds, etc.)
  • Job Details

  • Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Engineering and Information Technology
  • We are committed to equal employment opportunity. See our EEO policy and notice to external search firms for more information.

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