Geotechnical Engineer @ Universal Engineering Sciences

Overview:

UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.

Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.

As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.

SUMMARY

This position entails working on geotechnical-related projects on the coordination and execution of geotechnical field explorations, laboratory testing, and evaluation of field and laboratory test data, geotechnical analyses, communication with our clients, and preparation of written geotechnical reports. This position will focus on the analysis needed for completing various reports, including:

Pavement design and analysis

Settlement analysis

Design and analysis of driven pile systems

Slope stability analysis

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare various Geotechnical testing reports for clients

Analyze and review testing reports for commercial, industrial, retail, government, and residential

Project coordination and project management of Geotechnical work

Responsible for managing Geotechnical projects through their lifecycle

Assist project professionals with project execution, proposal and report preparation

Coordinate required testing/sampling with drill crews and assist with field activities as necessary

Interpret field data and assign laboratory testing

Communicate results of field and laboratory testing, and geotechnical recommendations, to clients

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 4 years of relevant professional experience

Must be a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) for the State of Texas

Bachelors in civil engineering is required; Masters in civil engineering is preferred

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Valid Texas driver license

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) ABET or an accredited four-year college or university in civil engineering. Master’s level degree or exposure to core civil engineering disciplines through coursework (M.S. or Ph.D.) in geotechnical engineering preferred.

Familiarity with modern office tools including the use of computer-based programs such as gINT, DARWin, SLOPE/W, VOLFLO, gSTABL, SLIDE, Microsoft Excel, etc.

Must have a valid, Texas driver license, and satisfactory driving record

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

WORK LOCATION

For the right candidate, the primary work for this position can be performed remotely. There will be occasional travel to Corpus Christi, TX and La Feria, TX required.

Who We Are:

UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.

Growing in Excellence

As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group’s Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 75 branches and 3,500 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.

Why Work at UES?

We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.

Check out our website: https://teamues.com/

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EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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