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AECOM

Mid-Level Civil Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Facilities include stockpiles, impoundments, tailing dams, and water dams. * Generate conceptual ... planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 ...

AECOM

Mid-Level Civil Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Facilities include stockpiles, impoundments, tailing dams, and water dams. * Generate conceptual ... planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 ...

AECOM

Mid-Level Civil Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

Facilities include stockpiles, impoundments, tailing dams, and water dams. * Generate conceptual ... planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 ...

ASARCO LLC

General Supervisor - Operations

Kearny, AZ · On-site

... and Tailing Disposal facility. To ensure the cost-effective production and economic recovery of ... Degree in Mining Engineering or similar degree required. * Must have prior management/supervisory ...

Bechtel

Rigging Trainer

New Albany, OH · On-site

Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to ... Bechtel Manufacturing & Technology, Inc. offers engineering, procurement, and construction services ...

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Geotechnical Engineer - Intermediate - Elko

Elko, NV • On-site

Knight Piésold
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Direct and review the integration of technical activities and products related to geotechnical work, including planning and participating in geotechnical site investigation and laboratory testing programs.

  • Interpret in-situ data and laboratory test results to analyze soil characteristics and perform geotechnical analysis and design of project components such as dams, foundations, and earthworks.

  • Develop reports and technical documentation to present work findings, review project information and specifications, and provide technical review of study reports, drawings, and technical specifications.

Job description

Description
Do you like working on dynamic projects all over the world? Are you interested in applying your skills, talents, and education to work at a company that has a strong history and is well known in the industry? Do you want to be part of a team that will inspire you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? If you said yes to these questions, then read on to learn more about Knight Piésold and the opportunities we have open.
Why Join Knight Piésold?
  • You will be joining a reputable, well established global consulting firm with over 100 years of industry experience.
  • We believe in the One Team approach, with everyone working together toward achieving a shared goal. Our engineers develop their skills through working on diverse projects, our knowledge-sharing culture, career mentoring program and collaborating with top professionals in the industry.
  • We offer unique opportunities to travel and see the world while you learn, with projects around the world to take you on a career enhancing experience and adventure.

The Role:
The successful job applicant will be part of a dynamic geotechnical engineering team and will direct and review the integration of technical activities and products related to geotechnical work, including planning and participating in geotechnical site investigation/laboratory testing programs and results interpretation, geotechnical analysis, detail design, technical support during construction, reporting, and communications. Projects may include water dams, tailing dams, heap leach pads, mine waste rock dumps, heavily loaded structural foundations, and other earthworks, mining, and renewable energy facilities.
  • Intimately understand and be able to work effectively in the field of geotechnical engineering.
  • Direct field work programs associated with geotechnical site investigations.
  • Interpret in-situ data from geotechnical site investigations and analyze data from laboratory testing to determine type, classification and geotechnical engineering characteristics of soils.
  • Utilize the above information or information provided by others, perform geotechnical analysis and designs of, or make recommendations for, project components including excavations, dams, foundations, fluid or mine waste impoundments, spillways, pipeline or penstock anchorages.
  • Develop or lead the development of clear and concise letters or reports to present the complete work to clients or others.
  • Provide technical review of study reports, drawings and technical specifications.
  • Review project information including source criteria, scope of work, procedures and requirements, diagrams and drawings, specifications and other client-produced documents, to determine the approach and work to be undertaken, budgeted, scheduled and implemented. This requires working with a single engineering or scientific discipline or multiple disciplines.
  • Mentor and develop less experienced staff in completing work tasks that meet both client and internal quality/efficiency expectations. Lead and demonstrate through responsible project management leadership. Emphasize teamwork and look for continuous improvement in all individual task and project work.
  • Become the client liaison in all matters related to the project or the undertaking. Develop working relationships with the client representatives and staff.
  • Investigate, assess and assist in securing assignments in the mining, water resources and hydropower sectors. Provide knowledgeable contributions to the company's overall marketing strategy.

An Ideal Candidate:
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (BS) in civil engineering with an emphasis in geotechnical engineering.
  • Master's degree (MSc) in Geotechnical Engineering is strongly preferred.
  • 4 to 10 years of experience.
  • Registered, or on track to be registered, as a Professional Engineer (P.E.).
  • Spanish language skills are a strong asset.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and slope stability programs (e.g., GeoStudio and/or RocScience) required.
  • Familiarity with gINT, FLAC or PLAXIS and other latest geotechnical design software strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of Civil 3D is an asset.

Work Environment:
Work will be in both office and field environment with travel to various outdoor sites determined by project needs. Adherence to safety standards including those of the firm, MSHA, OSHA is mandatory.
Benefits:
Because our employees are our most important asset, we created a benefit program to support you and your family now and into the future. Our benefits include: 401(k) / Roth 401(k) / Employer matching, Health insurance - including Prescription drugs, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Flexible spending account (health and dependent care reimbursement), Health Savings account (HSA), Short and long-term disability, Life insurance, Wellness and employee assistance programs, Flexible work schedule, Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday), Professional development assistance, Employee referral bonus, Transit benefit program, as well as a Discretionary annual bonus program.
Knight Piésold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
EEO Policy
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to Denver@knightpiesold.com or please call us at 1-303-629-8788 between the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm MST, Monday-Friday.

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