Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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Environmental, Operations and Construction (EOC) operates within HDR’s Federal Business Group, capable of delivering services across all HDR business groups at any location. Our work is performed by our professional staff, scientists and engineers at remote sites, embedded in client office space or our own facilities. EOC delivers quality engineering, environmental, and construction management services at competitive prices.

This position is located full-time on a client site in Los Angeles.

In the role of Senior Geotechnical Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Plan and prepare geotechnical investigations or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs
• Participate in marketing efforts of both internal and external clients
• Organize, conduct, and coordinate or manage geotechnical investigations for transportation and other projects
• Perform geotechnical technical analyses, prepare geotechnical reports and coordinate with designers to implement recommendations
• Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on large-size projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position
• Supervise professionals, technicians and design teams, as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Previous Federal government experience
• One year experience working in the field in support of heavy geotechnical construction
• One year experience conducting geotechnical analyses, including seepage and slope stability
• Proficient in basic field and laboratory testing (e.g., nuclear gauge, sand cone, Proctor tests, grain size distribution)
• Must write well and be experienced in documenting construction activities
• Must possess valid California Professional Engineer licenses
• Be familiar with critical ASTM standards, including, but not limited to: D558, D698, D1556, D1632, D1633, D2216, D2487, D6913, and D6938