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WSP in the U.S. · 3 hours ago

Lead Geotechnical Engineer

Louisville, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

7+ years exp

WSP is a global leader in environmental consulting, specializing in ESG, climate resiliency, and earth sciences. They are seeking a Lead Geotechnical Engineer to contribute to the strategic growth of their geotechnical practice, providing technical excellence in projects related to mining, transportation, and civil works. The successful candidate will conduct geotechnical investigations, analyses, and support during construction, while collaborating with various teams to meet client objectives.

AssociationBankingE-Commerce

No H1B

Responsibilities

Conduct geotechnical investigations and laboratory testing programs. Typical projects include site investigation, dams and levees inspection, transportation, utilities and other civil works projects

Perform geotechnical analyses including design of foundations, slope stability analysis, seepage analysis and settlement analysis

Provide geotechnical support during construction

Apply high-level geotechnical engineering techniques and processes to identify improvements for various infrastructure project phases involving more complex infrastructure and engineering work including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction, and operation

Perform professional geotechnical engineering work and conduct more complex/comprehensive investigations and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, including subsurface investigations, soil foundation engineering, settlement analysis, soil erosion, lateral earth pressures, geological hazards, underground water, slope stability, and operations to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, construction , or operating permits for commercial, industrial, building, environmental, infrastructure, and transportation projects

Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or problems

Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses

Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects

Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Qualification

Geotechnical EngineeringFoundation DesignGeotechnical SoftwareCivil EngineeringGeotechnical InvestigationCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProject Management

Required

BS in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering

7-10 years of experience in geotechnical investigation and design, preferably in the areas of foundation design, dams and levees, and transportation infrastructure

Licensed Civil Engineer in the State of Kentucky, or ability to obtain a Kentucky PE within 12 months

Good understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering and related disciplines (Structures, Civil, Environmental, and Planning)

Good verbal and written communication skills (ability to communicate effectively with clients, regulators, other disciplines, managers, and other staff)

Experience using commercially available geotechnical software (i.e. Ensoft LPILE and GROUP, Bentley GeoStudio, RocScience SETTLE3)

Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a team