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RRC is seeking a talented Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training to help us build the future of U.S. energy production from our Austin/Round Rock Texas office. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

RRC CORE VALUES

Must understand and personify RRC’s core values:

• Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations 
• Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
• Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform fieldwork for geotechnical subsurface investigation programs and geophysical surveys for RRCs projects under specific work instructions as provided by project managers, including geotechnical drilling and sampling, visual field reconnaissance, and soil and rock logging, and geophysical surveys. This also includes communication and interaction with drilling contractors and clients.
• Observation and documentation of geotechnical construction activities and perform construction material testing/inspection during construction phases.
• Under the supervision of RRCs senior geotechnical staff, perform geotechnical engineering tasks including review of soil and bedrock samples, review in-situ and laboratory test results, shallow and deep foundation design calculations, settlement calculations, slope stability and other conventional geotechnical engineering calculations.
• Perform other engineering activities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Coursework in soil mechanics, foundation engineering, geology, and earth structures is a strong plus.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification or FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) Exam passed.
• Willing to work in outdoor conditions and travel to various project locations throughout the United States. (Please note that extensive travel (75%) to the ongoing RRC Project sites, located throughout the United States will be required during the first two years.)
• Proficiency with MS Office computer programs. Familiarity with gINT, GIS mapping programs, Slope/W, and LPile software is plus.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Willing to relocate to RRC's Round Rock, TX Office.
• Valid driver license and a clean driving record.

  BENEFITS 

RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including: 

• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance. 
• Health, dental, and vision insurance 
• 401k matching 
• Bonus eligibility 
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits 
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.  

No recruiters or staffing firms please.  

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status