Staff Geotechnical Engineer

AECOM is actively seeking a highly talented Staff Geotechnical Engineer for immediate employment in Murray, Utah.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct Geotechnical field explorations, Construction observation, collect Geotechnical samples, reporting of daily field operations, review of Geotechnical data, perform Geotechnical analysis, and report writing.
• Develop material properties for soil and rock and evaluate the stability of slopes and foundations
• Prepare drafts of portions of technical proposals, reports, regulatory agency permits, as well as less complex external and internal documents.
• Coordinate and integrate geotechnical evaluations results into civil design through the collaboration of other geotechnical, structural, mechanical, and electrical designs.
• Develop tangible engineering design skills through field experience.  This may include construction support (verification of design implementation, adherence to quality, contractor/owner engagement), site inspections, and Geotechnical investigations. Also provide construction support from the office by adapting designs to field conditions.
• Recognize potential opportunities for additional work within an existing project or for an existing client.
• Engage in regional projects with other offices and disciplines.
• Demonstrate ability to build trusting working relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Execute project assignments while utilizing critical thinking, engineering proceedures to carry out project tasks.
• Candidate will have an opportunity to be involved in the construction of in-house designs, which will build on existing client relationships and lead to future projects.
• Use computer programs including GeoStudio, LPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, Plaxis, Settle3, and MathCAD for geotechnical analyses.
• Preparing Project Work Plans and Health and Safety Plans.