Job Details

Job Title: Geotechnical Engineer (Idaho)

Job Description

A rapidly growing Geotechnical and Material Testing firm is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join their expanding team. The candidate should have a minimum of 4-5 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering, be a licensed EIT, and be on track to obtain their professional engineering license in Idaho within six months. The role involves working with test and bore pits and generating geotechnical reports.

Responsibilities

• Prepare geotechnical proposals and associated fee estimates.

• Perform and direct subsurface exploration using drilling and test pit methodologies.

• Evaluate ground conditions and understand their impact on design and construction.

• Conduct geotechnical design and analysis, including shallow and deep foundation design, retaining wall design, MSE wall designs, slope stability analysis, liquefaction analysis, settlement analysis, and seismic assessments.

• Prepare geotechnical engineering evaluations and reports.

• Lead and mentor junior engineering staff.

• Lead business development and marketing efforts.

Essential Skills

• Geotechnical engineering expertise.

• Proficiency in geotechnical analysis.

• Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to obtain PE licensure within six months.

• Experience in designing geotechnical structures.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.

• Experience in concrete and material testing.

• Geotechnical investigation and soil testing knowledge.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geological Engineering or related field.

• Project management experience.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience dealing with clients and developing new business.

• Experience leading and developing junior engineering staff.

• Familiarity with Lpile, Slide, or similar software.

Work Environment

Located at the Meridian office, the role offers a professional office setup. The position includes benefits such as a 401(k) plan with company match, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), company-paid medical and dental insurance, vision, short and long-term disability, life, FSA, and HSA options. Additional job training is provided through ALLWEST University, along with paid time off and paid holidays.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $57.69/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Meridian,ID.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 10, 2025.

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