The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD) · 9 hours ago
Geotechnical Projects Engineer (Civil Engineer III)
United States-Massachusetts-10 Park Plaza
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expThe Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is seeking a Geotechnical Projects Engineer within its Geotechnical Unit. The role involves overseeing the preparation and review of geotechnical design and construction submittals related to highway and bridge projects, ensuring quality and accuracy in project deliverables.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Supervises complex subsurface investigation and soil or foundation testing programs and follows policies and procedures regarding all design, construction and maintenance projects as required
Gathers, interprets, analyzes, presents, and reviews complex geotechnical data in conformance with sound engineering principles and practices; and in conformance with Plans, Specifications and Estimates to resolve problems in design, maintenance, and construction as they occur
Prepares reports containing geotechnical information and recommendations with cost estimates for proposed and/or existing projects using information obtained from: field measurements, geologic maps, borings, geophysical surveys, laboratory measurements, technical literature, construction methods, suppliers, contractors, project records and other sources
Review geotechnical and foundation engineering designs for such projects as bridges, highways, buildings, retaining walls, embankments, dams, slopes, tunnels, etc. in accordance with sound engineering principles, applicable regulations, and technical standards
Reviews Geotechnical Engineering aspect of Permits associated with development adjacent to or installation of utilities under or near state highways
Qualification
Required
At least four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in civil engineering work in such areas as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils and materials
At least two years of the required experience must have been in a professional capacity
Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License may be required
Preferred
A Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a Geotechnical concentration is preferred
Demonstrated experience in performing geotechnical engineering analysis of transportation infrastructure
Demonstrated experience in the design and review of transportation infrastructure
Demonstrated experience in the resolution of geotechnical construction issues related to transportation infrastructure
Working knowledge of the AASHTO Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges and the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Code
Familiar with the MassDOT Bridge Manual and MassDOT Standard Specifications for Highways and Bridges
Working knowledge of geotechnical technologies to solve transportation infrastructure foundation issues
Benefits
Five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus
Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.
Outstanding suite of employee benefits
Company
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD)
The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development cultivates a skilled workforce across industries, provides economic stability for workers affected by job loss, injury, or illness, and upholds standards for safe working conditions.
1001-5000 employees
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