Early Career Geotechnical Engineer
About The Position
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking an Entry-level to Early Career Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in our Norwood or Amesbury, Massachusetts office. The successful candidate must have a strong academic record, solid technical understanding of geotechnical engineering fundamentals, and a desire to work on a variety of exciting and challenging underground projects both in the office and in the field. Assignments will span a wide variety of infrastructure, real estate/building development, and energy projects. Some previous work experience is preferred but not required. Why GZA: Employee-owned owned firm with opportunities for company stock ownership Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources. Nationally recognized for providing underground engineering excellence for foundations, tunnels, dams, buried utilities, marine facilities, highways, railroads, site development and temporary underground structures. Support and encouragement of professional development and a focus on continued education and learning (including tuition reimbursement program) Flexible work schedule with potential for hybrid remote work Mentorship and hands-on training from industry experts, with a clear path toward long-term career growth Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays and wellness time, medical, dental, vision, and 401k retirement plan GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of over 60 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environments. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on environmental, geotechnical, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and project location. GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is an Affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status. Note to Staffing Agencies: GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.
Requirements
- BS degree in Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering and 2+ years of relevant professional work experience (Master’s degree with Geotechnical concentration may substitute for up to 2 years). Desire to obtain Master’s degree while working if not yet obtained.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) required; intent to obtain PE when eligible
- Effective communication, problem solving and organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical capabilities
- Ability to work independently or in a team setting
- Ability to work locally and regionally. Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and have a consistent means of transportation to/from project sites
- Ability to understand design drawings and relate them to construction activities
Nice To Haves
- Experience with software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, gINT, BoreDM, SupportIT, DeepEX, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, LPILE, GROUP, and Settle3D is a plus
Responsibilities
- Executing subsurface exploration and in-situ testing programs to evaluate soil and bedrock conditions in connection with foundation design & construction projects
- Performing field construction observation during installation of shallow and deep foundation installation and testing, underpinning and other tasks related to underground construction and ground improvement for compliance with plans and specifications and code.
- Evaluating field data and performing engineering analyses/calculations, such as slope stability, bearing capacity, settlement, axial/lateral pile analyses, and evaluation of earth support (Experience with software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, gINT, BoreDM, SupportIT, DeepEX, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, LPILE, GROUP, and Settle3D is a plus)
- Writing field summary reports, drafts of field and engineering reports, technical specifications, and other technical documents
- Assisting with submittal reviews and requests for information during construction
- Communicating effectively and efficiently with contractors, clients, and team members
- Support GZA’s “One Company” approach by assisting with tasks outside primary responsibilities as needed
Benefits
- Employee-owned owned firm with opportunities for company stock ownership
- Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources
- Support and encouragement of professional development and a focus on continued education and learning (including tuition reimbursement program)
- Flexible work schedule with potential for hybrid remote work
- Mentorship and hands-on training from industry experts, with a clear path toward long-term career growth
- Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays and wellness time, medical, dental, vision, and 401k retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
