Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Salary: $80,000-$85,000 annual base salary DOE

About mcfa:

We are a professional services firm in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) industry serving public and private sector clients in the Mid-Atlantic region. Our services include Strategy, Planning, Program Management & Construction Management. Our goal is to help every employee design a fulfilling career through alignment of their individual passions/skills with the vision of the organization. Our mission is "Inspiring People and Places through Project Leadership and Project Development".

How you'll get to contribute:

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing Transportation and Infrastructure division. In this role, you will be responsible for sampling, inspecting, testing, and condition services of construction materials that are either existing or under construction at various Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) facilities. Work schedule varies according to job assignments and/or contractors schedule. Position may require night work, weekends, and some holidays.

Location: New York City Metropolitan Area (Including Northern New Jersey)

mcfa Core Values (LEADS):

Love (each other, mission, work)

Entrepreneurial (spirit of innovation)

Accountability (to ourselves, our clients, each other)

Delight (customers and teammates)

Stretch (individual and collective growth mindset)

What you'll get to do:

Provide quality inspection services to ensure conformance to project specifications and applicable codes

Perform Quality Assurance (QA) testing in accordance with contract specifications using a nuclear density gauge

Ensure that the drilling firm contracted by the Authority carries out its work in accordance with contract specification

Inform the Authority of any unsafe condition discovered at any time during the course of the work

Ability to document daily inspections and various other reports.

Coordinate with project team members, engineers, and contractors to address and resolve any issues that arise during construction.

Review and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and specifications to ensure accurate implementation on-site.

Attend meetings and conferences as needed.

Who you are:

Required:

2+ years of relevant experience

Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and legal regulations.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Valid drivers license and willingness to travel to various project sites within New York Metro Area.

Certifications/Trainings:

Must meet the training requirements of 29 CFR 1910.120 (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response).

Nuclear Gauge Safety Training certification

National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in Geotechnical Engineering Technology Level 1 for earthworks

National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in Geotechnical Engineering Technology Level 2

Preferred:

Bachelors degree in Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering, Geological Engineering, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy Engineering, Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering

What's in it for you:

Annual Paid Time Off:

Sick Leave: 5 Days (40 Hours)

Vacation: 15 Days (120 Hours)

Holidays: 11 Federal Holidays (88 Hours) observed in accordance with mcfa's Holiday Schedule

"mcfa way" Bonus Program:

Following your first full quarter worked, you will qualify for a profit-share bonus that is distributed at the end of each quarter if company targets are hit.

Incoming Growth Units: 10

Growth Unit allotment may increase over time.

Healthcare & Insurance:

Eligible to participate in mcfas family medical, dental and vision coverage; plan access begins on the first day of employment.

mcfa contributes up to 75% shared cost, not to exceed $700 per month.

Companypaid life insurance plan (up to $100,000 per employee).

Company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.

Retirement

You are eligible to participate in Company retirement plan (401k) on first day of employment with mcfa.

mcfa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.mcfadoes not discriminate against any applicant or employee with regard to hiring, tenure of employment, promotion, transfer, selection for training, or any other terms or conditions of employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or national origin, status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal law, or on any ground protected by state or local law in each area in whichmcfamaintains facilities.

Full-time