Geotechnical Engineer prepares and inspects projects involving drilling and exploration. Responsible for geological mapping, report writing, site characterization, numerical modeling and analysis of excavations/supports. Being a Geotechnical Engineer requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Geotechnical Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Raba Kistner, Inc. is a premier Engineering Consulting and Program Management firm. Our purpose is to build a better and more sustainable world for our employees, their families, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our Core Values are:
Raba Kistner is seeking a detail-oriented, dependable Graduate Engineer - Geotechnical to join our Engineering team in Lafayette, LA. The Graduate Engineer’s primary responsibility will be to perform geotechnical and forensic engineering investigations and studies in a timely and accurate manner within the specified budget under the direction of a licensed professional engineer and guidance of senior staff members. This will include coordinating and participating in different activities such as field drilling, data collection in the field, classification of geotechnical samples and assignment of tests in the laboratory, interpretation of engineering data, performing engineering calculations, and the preparation of written engineering reports. Additionally, responsibilities include managing assigned projects, support of invoice and collection activities, and participating in assigned marketing responsibilities. Other responsibilities include:
Qualifications
Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from an ABET accredited school required. Engineer-in-Training certification in the state of jurisdiction preferred or the ability to obtain within one year of date of employment. Good oral and written communications skills and ability to work in teams at different levels within the organization. Advanced in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Must be self-motivated with good attendance record and be able to work independently.
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, stop, and talk. Required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds to include, but not limited to tools, sample containers and equipment. Frequently required to use hands and reach. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision, color vision, peripheral vision, focus vision and depth vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate (business office with computers/printers, light traffic, etc.), or loud.
Potential exposure to movement of heavy equipment on construction or roadway sites; potential exposure to hazardous dangerous chemicals and solvents, noise, dust, fumes, grease and oils, radiant and electrical energy, and vibration; all of which would require employee to follow proper safety procedures and utilize appropriate protective equipment.
Possess valid state driver’s license and meet firm’s auto insurability requirements in applicable state. May be required to drive a vehicle short and/or long distances to job sites. Position may require protracted or irregular hours. Flexibility to work irregular hours is necessary due to client needs. Able to travel to project sites and maneuver over rough and uneven terrain. Work responsibilities require out of town travel to Raba Kistner offices, client offices, and project locations.
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