Job Description
Overview
Seeking a Geotechnical Senior Staff Engineer. This position is responsible for assisting with the management of projects, preparing geotechnical engineering reports, performing geotechnical engineering calculations, and performing special inspections in support of: borings, test pits, earth retaining structures (temporary and permanent), soil and rock inspection, deep/shallow foundations, construction plan and specification adherence, and field coordination with subconsultants.
This position requires work primarily out of South Plainfield, NJ office, but also occasional travel throughout the tri-state area.
Responsibilities
Knowledge of lab and field equipment for making evaluations of soil conditions/properties
Proficient in performing geotechnical field investigations and construction inspections
Prepare daily detailed site inspection reports based on field operations completed
Perform technical research and utilize computers in developing solutions to engineering problems including geotechnical evaluations to prepare calculation documents; preparation of detailed geotechnical engineering reports; analysis of geotechnical samples; field testing of soils
Prepare technical reports, write memos, make recommendations and convey engineering solutions/recommendations
Maintaining client relations
Managing project budgets for field inspection and design efforts
Experience with field testing and data collection requirements
Work with several other team members including engineering professionals, designers and technicians, permit specialists, planners, CAD and graphic specialists, architects, construction management specialists, and several other disciplines
Managing field staff and reviewing staff field documents/reports
Efficiently delegating tasks to team members
Field personnel coordination
Proposal writing and review, includes pricing from subcontractors
Procurement of subcontractors for support during geotechnical investigations/design
Review of drawing sets and calculation packages
QA/QC of design work
Approval of time and expense sheets for field staff
Assist with invoicing
Physical Requirements:
Continually required to stand, walk, and sit
Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
Continually required to talk or hear
Continually required to utilize visual acuity to operate office and field equipment
Occasionally required to bend, stoop, and kneel
Occasionally required to lift and carry items less than 35 pounds
Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
Experience
B.S. in Civil, Geotechnical, or related engineering degree
Engineer-In-Training working towards obtaining a Professional Engineering license (P.E.)
3+ years of experience
Proficiency in design software tools including Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD
Proficiency with gINT geotechnical engineering software
Proficiency in LRFD/ASD design and complex analysis software including RISA, DeepXcav, and AllPile
Experience in analysis of below grade walls, retaining structures, and foundations
Experience in conducting geotechnical and construction special inspections
Ability to communicate effectively with managers, clients, and contractors
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as strong design skills
Valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation
Company background check
Preferences
M.S. in Civil, Geotechnical, or related engineering degree
Project management experience is a plus
About The Company:
MFS is #17 best places to work in NJ (NJ BIZ 2019).
MFS is #76 on the Top 100 NYC Design Firms (ENR 2019).
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.