Geotechnical Engineer, Project

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GRI is seeking a Project level Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing team. As a Project Engineer at GRI, you will gain experience working on a variety of interesting assignments under the mentorship of senior and principal engineers, while building your project management skills.

GRI is an employee-owned, full-service geotechnical, pavement, geological, and environmental engineering consulting firm based in the Portland, Oregon area. We are an ambitious, highly trained, diversified staff of engineers and geologists. GRI promotes a collaborative work culture, supports training and career development, and encourages work-life integration, which results in a highly desirable work environment.

General responsibilities include:

• Project management including field work, engineering, deliverables, schedule, and invoices.
• Mentor junior staff.
• Geotechnical engineering for major civil works including earthquake engineering, deep and shallow foundation support, retaining structures, earth embankments, levees / dams, waterfront / marine structures, landslides / slope stability, ground improvement.
• Write and review geotechnical reports.
• Oversee laboratory testing of soil and rock.
• Develop geotechnical scopes of work and budget estimates.
• Occasional field investigations and construction observation.

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering design and investigation, and the terms and methodology used in geotechnical engineering.
• Ability to perform calculations and use tools to compute data Skilled in use and application of geotechnical numerical modeling software.
• Experience with soil structure interaction.
• Familiarity with bridge and waterfront design and construction.
• Interpret and communicate site plans and specifications.
• Communicate clearly; ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Engage in client networking; participate in firm outreach activities.

Position Requirements:

• M.S. Civil Engineering (Geotechnical option) with 5+ years of applicable experience.
• Professional Engineering licensure required.
• Valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements:

• Use computers, tablets, and mobile devices.
• Perform physical tasks on project sites that may include walking, climbing, crawling, or standing for long periods of time.
• Lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Travel to project sites in vehicles.

Annual Salary: $90,000 - $112,000

GRI offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive salary, generous PTO accrual, 9 paid holidays, 401K with immediate company contribution, 100% employer paid Medical / Dental / Vision / Life / insurance, eligibility for annual bonuses, and continuing education and training reimbursement programs.

GRI is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , or status as a protected veteran.

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