GFT ยท 7 hours ago
Staff Geotechnical Engineer
Roseville, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expGFT is a privately held AEC firm seeking a Staff Project Geotechnical Engineer to join their Dams & Hydraulics team in California. The successful candidate will collaborate with civil and structural engineers to implement innovative geotechnical solutions and ensure high-quality results throughout project lifecycles.
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Hiring Manager
Kristen Vavrek
Responsibilities
Determining client requirements and developing suitable scopes of work, schedules, and budgets to achieve project objectives
Developing and managing subsurface investigation and laboratory testing programs, with occasional participation in field exploration activities
Logging soil borings and collecting field data
Observing geotechnical aspects of construction
Performing routine and complex data analysis and engineering calculations, including slope stability, seepage, liquefaction potential, foundation support, and lateral earth pressures
Preparing high-quality reports, drawings, and specifications to meet scope, schedule, cost, and regulatory requirements
Designing, installing, and maintaining geotechnical instrumentation systems
Collaborating with clients, construction personnel, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement appropriate designs and project solutions
Reviewing contractor drawings, evaluating the need for design changes, and providing appropriate geotechnical recommendations
Traveling up to 30% to GFT offices, client locations, or project sites, which may include overnight stays
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
5-10 years of direct work experience in geotechnical engineering
Proven expertise in advanced geotechnical software applications, including, GeoStudio(Slope/W, SEEP/W), CLIQ, SETTLE3, gINT/Open Ground, APILE, LPILE, SHAFT and proficiency in numerical calculations using spreadsheets
Comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles, concepts, and practices applied to geotechnical engineering, including foundation systems, levees, dams, and waterfront structures
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in standard office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Preferred
Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering
Experience with MicroStation or AutoCAD
Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company
GFT
GFT provides planning, design, technology, and construction management services.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
OceanSound Partners
2023-03-08Acquired
2023-03-07Debt Financing
2023-01-09Private Equity
Leadership Team
Art Barrett
Senior Vice President
John Derr
Executive Vice President - Transportation Advisor
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