Geotechnical Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

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• Conduct field, laboratory and office activities in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations, along with AET’s QA and Health and Safety Policies, to promote the safety and protection of employees, clients and the public.
• Maintain valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.  Some positions may require use of personal vehicle for company business.  Maintain compliance with DOT driver regulations if required for position.  Maintain appropriate physicals if required for position.
• Maintain current working knowledge of applicable regulations, policies, procedures and technologies in designated field(s).
• Participate in professional organizations.
• Maintain professional registration(s).
• Frequent travel required within regional area.  Occasional out-of-town travel.
• Many duties outdoors or away from main office/laboratory location.
• Properly use and maintain company instruments and equipment.
• Maintain the quality of service and work product.
• Complete assigned projects within budget and satisfy client needs.
• Coordinate with other AET staff with the ultimate goal of increasing efficiency, productivity and communication.
• Develop and maintain business contacts.
• Perform other tasks as necessary to meet departmental or company goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geological (or related) Engineering with 8 or more years of related experience, OR;
• Advanced degree in Civil (Geotechnical or related) Engineering with 6 or more years of related experience (preferred).
• Professional Engineering registration in Wisconsin, or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• Ability to obtain registration in other States, as required.

• Ability to develop and implement creative/innovative solutions to a wide range of problems.
• Physically capable of the physical labor required, with personal protective equipment.   Ability to occasionally move 50 to 100 pounds.
• Demonstrated skill in cultivating and managing external relationships (with clients, prospects, professional associations, etc.) to generate business development opportunities for self and others.
• Demonstrated skill in cultivating and managing client and internal relationships to foster a positive working environment, to develop strong teamwork, and to resolve issues and problems in a positive manner.
• Ability to anticipate, recognize, and manage risk/liability.
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to present ideas to large groups in a clear and compelling manner.
• Skill in reviewing contract terms and conditions and making recommendations for final review by company officer.
• Ability to work at environmental remediation, industrial and construction sites and perform field work including, but not limited to, collecting samples, operating field instruments, following procedures, planning, organizing and arranging logistics for the job, and documenting field activities and data collected.

Pay Transparency 

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $80,000 and $105,000 anually based on skill set and experience. AET offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), long term savings, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Work Environment

This job primarily operates in a professional office environment. This position also may require field work in outdoor conditions on construction sites with uneven ground and adverse weather conditions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands or finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-100 pounds. The employee will occasionally push or pull equipment weighing up to 200 pounds. The employee is required to frequently work outside.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Other Duties   

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

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