Our Geotechnical Practice is currently seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Pittsburgh, PA office. This individual will assist in the investigation, analysis, design and construction observation of a wide variety of projects including transportation, water resources, and mining.

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will provide strong transit and transportation geotechnical services with a focus on foundations for bridges and guideways, earth retaining structures, and tunnels. This candidate should be very strong technically and have marketing and business development experience.

Other Responsibilities Include:

• Design and analyze shallow and deep foundations for highway and transit bridges and guideways, earth retaining structures, and tunnels
• Perform analyses for: stability and seepage of earthen embankments, settlement estimates, foundation underpinning, lateral earth pressure for retaining walls, pavement design and rockfall protection
• Assist in the planning of subsurface explorations and laboratory testing investigations
• Preparation of geotechnical engineering reports, design drawings, and specifications
• Provide construction observation support during the construction phase of various projects
• Assist in preparation of geotechnical cost proposals
• Assist with marketing and business development efforts

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering is required; Master's Degree with a Geotechnical focus preferred.
• Professional Engineer license in California or Arizona or ability to obtain professional registration within 6 months of hire date
• 15-25 years of geotechnical experience with an emphasis on transit and transportation
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation is preferred; experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Experience with geotechnical software including: STABL, Slope/w, Seep/w, Sigma/w, LPILE, GROUP, PYWALL, CRSP, Plaxis and gINT is preferred
• Field experience with construction observation activities such as micropile and drilled shaft installations, soil nail walls, earthwork and shoring is preferred.
• Strong analytical and report writing skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Experience with marketing and business development

At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

Internal Requisition ID: 2024-10780

Salary Range: $115,000 - $170,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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