Geotechnical Area Engineer - West Coast Job Listing at Intertek in Santa Fe Springs, CA (Job ID 9913)

Description

Geotechnical Area Engineer – West Coast – Santa Fe Springs, California

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking an Area Engineer to support our West Coast Geotechnical Services Department to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Santa Fe Springs, California. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Geotechnical Area Engineer is responsible for providing geotechnical support on multiple project types such as Transportation and/or Infrastructure related projects, “big box” type developments, multi-family developments, and other geotechnical related projects.   

Salary & Benefits Information

The base wage or salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.  

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. 

What you'll do:

• Perform a variety of assignments that include independent evaluations using standard geotechnical engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using engineering judgments to make minor adoptions and modifications during the course of work.
• Make interpretations, decisions and recommendations in reference to laboratory and field test report results, project field circumstances and inspections.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports for projects as per specifications and project scope of work.
• Utilize local and remote staff as applicable to accomplish work/tasks, develop staff employees and assign work / tasks as applicable.
• Prepare scopes, budgets, and schedules for task assignments.
• Review recommendations with project designated Principal Consultant and/or Chief Engineer.
• Engage, maintain and leverage client relationships and develop new project opportunities.
• Attend client site meetings and communicate effectively and timely with client and project teams.
• May perform on-site observations, or inspections.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited engineering / ABET school AND Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering
• California P.E. License and ability to obtain reciprocity in Washington, Oregon, Nevada and Idaho as needed
• Proficient in GeoStudio, APILE, LPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, Plaxis, Midas, SLIDE, Settle3D, and MSEW, and other proprietary Geotechnical Engineering Analysis software
• Obtain Principal Consultant status internally (CS 5 years' experience/Geo 8 years' experience)
• Candidates must have very strong communication skills and the ability to work with a team across the nation and the world
• Ability to work off shifts and overtime 

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• All qualifications are required

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.