Geotechnical Engineer
AWK Consulting Engineers
GEOTECHNICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, CIVIL AND STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
SURVEYING , CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING PROFESSIONAL
AWK Consulting Engineers, Inc. has immediate need for a Geotechnical Engineering Professional at its headquarters location in Pittsburgh, PA. Self-motivated individuals with five to seven years of relevant work experience and strong academic backgrounds should submit a cover letter and résumé to AWK, per the instructions below.
Established in 1983, AWK is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, with branch offices located in Harrisburg, PA, Orlando, FL, and Livermore, CA. AWK’s core business is geotechnical and environmental engineering, as well as surveying and drilling. Projects also encompass construction inspection and management, pavement evaluation, and rehabilitation design, and in-house drilling capabilities. AWK has a record of providing unique solutions to complex problems and has the professional qualifications and experience necessary to complete any multi-disciplinary project anticipated within the transportation industry, and beyond.
Requirements of the Geotechnical Professional:
- BS in Civil or Geological Engineering (or associated engineering discipline); MS preferred.
- 5-7 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
- PE or EIT certification.
- Project experience with bridges, roadways, retaining walls, slopes, and embankments, buildings and various methods of ground improvements.
- Dependable drive and character, as demonstrated with a stable work history.
· Possess computer skills, including: Microsoft 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; the ability to interface with a diverse range of colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders.
Duties and Capabilities of the Geotechnical Professional:
· Prepare experimental data, charts, plots, maps, records, and documents relevant to a given property’s soil profile.
· Data reduction and organization to provide recommendations for footing, corrosivity, structural, and civil design.
· On-site observation of excavation techniques and soil sampling.
· Co-design and manage multiple geotechnical engineering projects, concurrently.
· Co-coordinate and execute various projects with Project Engineers.
· Account for possible project challenges or constraints and proactively seek to manage challenges.
· Work alongside project management teams to successfully monitor progress and implementation of initiatives.
· Perform other related duties, as required.
Working Conditions:
- Full-time, 40+ hours per week.
- Occasional travel to client work sites.
- Pittsburgh office location in Turtle Creek, PA
- AWK provides competitive wage/benefit packages, including family medical, dental, and 401(k).
PLEASE EMAIL OR SUMBIT COVER LETTER and RESUME to:
AWK CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
ATTN: Adrienne Buka, Marketing Director
1225 Rodi Road
Turtle Creek, PA 15145
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