Geotech Engineer Jobs in Idaho (NOW HIRING)

Description

Your role at GEI. 

The Grade 1 Staff Engineer - Trenchless, Tunneling, and Geotech (Golden or Fort Collins, Colorado, or Boise, ID) - is a full time entry-level position suited for obtaining experience in the field of practice (civil, geotechnical, geological, and tunnel/trenchless design), learning the fundamentals of field and office tasks, developing professional communication and collaboration protocols, while implementing tasks with significant supervisor mentorship and colleague support. 

Essential Responsibilities & Duties 

• Perform and document geotechnical investigations including civil geotechnical drilling, well construction, field mapping, communicating with subcontractors, and other field work with the purpose of obtaining geotechnical data (30%).
• Create design and construction drawings using AutoCAD and other graphic software under the supervision of a Professional-level or above staff (25%).
• Record project-related activities (primarily tunnel or geotechnical construction inspection) by documenting observed field and office activities using electronic and written means (20%).
• Perform geotechnical, tunnel, and trenchless design calculations using Mathcad, Excel, and geo-oriented software under the supervision of a Professional Engineer (20%).
• Provide other tasks to support project engineers and project managers (5%). 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Qualified to become exam-based Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
• Microsoft Office Suite, PDF printing and editing
• AutoCAD LTE
•  As required by the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination
• Underground construction and design for civil structures
• Material sciences (steel and concrete)
• Applied mathematics
• Fluid dynamics (pipeline, open channel, and groundwater)
• Geologic hazards (assessment, mitigation, and design)
• Geologic site investigation techniques
• Soils and bedrock identification
• Soil and rock mechanics
• Geology (civil applications)
• Engineering (civil, geotechnical, or structural)
• Strong attention to detail with excellent collaboration skills, organizational tactics, analytical, judgment and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have reliable transportation to access job sites and a valid driver’s license in good standing

We are GEI. 

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.  

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.  

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.  

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.  Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes 

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $70,000.00 – $85,000.00/year 
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More…

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