Geotechnical Staff Engineer

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.

We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work.

Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team.

Who we are looking for:

F&R is looking for a Geotechnical Staff Engineer! This position will provide professional geotechnical engineering services on a variety of public and private sector projects including: buildings, bridges, roadways and pavements, retaining and shoring structures, underground infrastructure, storage tanks, towers, slopes and embankments, dams and other civil works projects. Services will be performed during both the design and construction phases of projects.

What you'll be doing:

Specific duties include, but not limited to:

Work with other members of the geotechnical services department including geologists, technicians, drill crews and sub-consultants to deliver exceptional results.

Prepare geotechnical project work scopes, budgets, and proposals.

Plan and coordinate field exploration programs including site reconnaissance.

Perform soil and rock classification.

Plan and coordinate geotechnical laboratory testing programs.

Perform geotechnical engineering analysis, calculations, and computer modeling.

Develop geotechnical engineering design parameters and recommendations.

Prepare geotechnical engineering reports and deliverables.

Manage geotechnical engineering projects, including project schedules, budgets, and invoicing.

Communicate with existing and potential clients.

Conducts field logging and supports drilling program for a variety of projects. What you need to have:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical, or related field

EIT license preferred

Typically 0-4 years of experience preferred

Proficient with writing and reviewing technical reports.

Valid Driver's license with insurable driving record.

Able to travel locally to/from project sites.

Able to work extended hours when workload dictates.

Able to effectively communicate with internal and external clients through in-person, written, verbal, and electronic methods.

Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R's pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record Check out our Perks + Benefits:

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

In-House continuous training

Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life

Opportunity for professional growth and advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Company-observed paid holidays

Short and long-term disability coverage

401K retirement

Company Cell Phone

Company vehicle provided for commuting to/from job sites

We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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