Geotechnical Staff Professional

UES has an opening in the Reno, NV branch for a Geotechnical Staff Professional. UES is a nationwide leader in Engineering and Earth Sciences and Sustainability, including testing and inspection, Building Code Compliance, Geospatial Technology and Environmental Solutions.

UES is thrilled to be named the #1 fastest growing AEC firm by the Zweig Group. The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list honors the fastest-growing firms in the architecture, engineering, planning, environmental, and construction (AEC) industry.

As a Geotechnical Staff Professional, you will perform both field and technical assignments under the coaching of mid-to-senior level geotechnical engineers.

You will have the opportunity to perform a variety of tasks which will assist you to further develop your knowledge and abilities in the Geotechnical field. Typical duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, analysis of work according to standard geotechnical procedures on simple projects or on parts of more complex projects; as well as performing and/or reviewing data for accuracy. As a Geotechnical Staff Professional, you will also assist with writing reports on routine projects, with senior review of Geotechnical Project Managers, Pes, and other senior professionals.

Job Responsibilities:

• Initially train under higher-level engineers/geologists and project coordinators until able to perform engineering and materials testing tasks without assistance and supervision

• Prepare cost estimates and schedules subsurface investigations

• Serve as an onsite project representative, interacting with clients and team members to complete assigned projects on time and within budget

• Develop, manage, and perform field work for geotechnical and geological studies in accordance with company policies and procedures

• Manage/direct drilling and sampling activities including logging boring holes

• Adhere to established safety procedures

• Assign and tracks progress of lab testing

• Input field and lab data into computer programs

• Perform critical review of laboratory test results in preparation for design recommendations

• Analyze geotechnical findings, performs appropriate design calculations, and prepares draft reports under the direction of a Senior Engineer/Geologist

• Assist in the preparation and modification of reports by others

• Promptly notify supervisor and project manager of problems or changes that arise on projects

• Once trained and operating independently, completes tasks and submits completed paperwork within an appropriate time frame

• Perform other tasks as necessary, including being versatile and supporting not only the geotechnical investigation side of operations but gaining proficiency in commercial material testing to provide support as necessary

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology or related field

• E.I.T./G.I.T. registration or ability to obtain; P.E./R.G. a plus

• Familiarity with the principles of soil mechanics, foundation design, and slope stability

• Working knowledge of computer-based operating systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access), CAD and the ability to learn other engineering-related programs such as GINT,

Additional Requirements

• Current driver's license without restrictions (Acceptable 39-month driving record)

• Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw conclusions and apply mathematical concepts to practical situations

• Handwriting must be legible; must be able to compose correspondence and prepare detailed reports of work activities completely and accurately

• Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from co-workers and clients

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments

• Field work on outside construction sites involving long-term standing, sitting and repetitive motions

• Typically, at least 50% field work and 50% office work, depending on the week/work

About UES

UES is a national leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental Consulting, Occupational Health & Safety, Virtual Design Consulting, and Building Envelope. With over 3,400 team members across 70+ branches in the United States, UES provides essential engineering services to some of the most prominent and significant projects in the country. As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021 and 2022, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future.

Our Team Members

Our team members bring unique skill sets, licenses and certifications, and experience to our firm, which diversifies our team and allows us to provide a wide variety of services uniquely grounded in excellence. Our team STRIVES to uphold our core values of safety, teamwork, responsiveness, integrity, value, and excellence to ensure we meet client expectations, support our communities, and build a strong, reliable team. Our UES team members are kind, passionate, and driven, which creates collaborative workspaces and a sense of camaraderie among our team members. At UES, we are eager to hire, teach, and train the next generation of industry leaders and learn from the expertise of each team member who walks through our doors. To learn more about UES, visit teamues.com

Our Benefits

We understand that our team members are the glue that holds our business together. We value the individual contributions of each person, and we show this by offering comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance options, PTO, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and so much more. If you have additional questions about our benefits, please contact our Recruitment team at westcareers@teamues.com

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