Civil Engineer I - Geotechnical

What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker is currently looking to continue to grow and enhance our Geotechnical Department in Moon Township, PA and we are seeking a motivated and dynamic Geotechnical Engineer to be a part of our Team.

The ideal candidate will work directly under the supervision of a senior geotechnical engineer and focus on delivering projects for a wide variety of clients.

Michael Baker provides a flexible work environment with a balanced mix of office, home, and field work.

You will be applying geotechnical engineering principles and procedures on a variety of projects including those for dams and levees, roadways, bridges, rail and transit systems, government, and commercial facilities.

Our Geotechnical Practice thrives on challenges, big and small.

We are a cohesive team that supports one another through workshare and mentorship.

Michael Baker Geotech is a dynamic mix of creative minds, problem solvers, and go-getters.

Join us!

What You'll Do:


* Under general supervision, perform analyses, reporting, and design and provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced personnel on specific tasks.


* Perform analyses for design of shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, slope stabilization systems, dams, and levees.


* Prepare geotechnical reports detailing subsurface investigations, foundation recommendations, construction monitoring, and quality assurance/control phases of work and other field / laboratory studies.


* Prepare geotechnical field exploration and laboratory testing programs.


* Occasionally perform site visits, drilling inspection, and logging duties and report findings to more experienced Engineers and/or Project Managers.


* Perform QA/QC reviews of calculations, reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.


* Prepare moderately complex studies, construction level drawings and specifications, maps, reports, and supporting documentation such as those needed for highways, structures, landfills, dams, and other large-scale facilities.


* Assist Project Managers and more experienced Engineers in communication with clients regarding to project tasks and attends meetings.


* Assist Project Managers in ensuring that task and project schedules and budgets are met.


* Assist with defining scope of work and man-hour requirements, proposal production, and implementing marketing initiatives.


* Coordinate with technicians to ensure timely and accurate completion of field activities and accurate document or drawing preparation.


* Responsible for maintaining technical knowledge through completion of various training initiatives.


* Responsible for maintaining professional licensure.

What You Need to Succeed:


* BS degree in Civil Engineering with Master of Science Degree preferred.


* Minimum 4 years of experience in Geotechnical design and construction.


* Expertise in PennDOT design requirements and policies is a must...