Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer

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The Tetra Tech Denver Office consists of a 50-person collaboration of dedicated, talented and passionate colleagues with a keen interest in serving the Colorado water sector. As a nimble and flexible team, we are empowered to develop our strategy and work closely together to chart a course that combines our client needs with our staff's capabilities and desires. This roadmap, coupled with our team commitment to best-in-class client service, provides ample and diverse opportunities when you join our high-performance team.
Your Role:
We are currently expanding our successful team in our Denver, Colorado market. There is an immediate need for an entry-level Geological or Geotechnical Engineer to work with our multi-discipline teams to develop and support project activities through the application of engineering and geologic principles and techniques. This position will provide engineering and construction-related planning, design, analysis, oversight, and studies for dams and water resource projects. Critical thinking skills are required to solve technical issues and develop project-specific solutions. This position will serve as a technical specialist supporting both project and pursuit teams. The position will require travel to project sites; work flexibility (hours and location) is possible.
This position affords an excellent opportunity for a notable engineering career with a high energy and fast paced team. You will learn valuable skills in client communication, project management and technical analyses on diverse dam and water resource projects.
Qualifications

• B.S. Civil or Geological Engineering or a related field; M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certification required
• Minimum of 1 year of directly relevant experience
• Experience and competency with AutoCAD, GIS is required
• Knowledge of geotechnical software modeling (Geostudio, Rocscience, gINT); competency preferred;
• Education and work experience should be related to geotechnical or geological engineering: oversight of geotechnical exploration programs, performance of seepage and stability analyses, preparation of geotechnical investigations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including a demonstrated ability to summarize scientific data and model outputs in concise, readable language
• An ability to formulate and solve problems related to geotechnical or geological engineering
• Ability to perform field data collection and construction oversight
• Strong skills and proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft-based software, including MS Excel, for data analysis.
• Familiarity with elements of capital improvement projects process including engineering analysis, regulatory requirements and permitting, development of construction documents (plans and specifications), cost estimating, and construction administration and observation.

The successful candidate must be able to engender confidence with all project stakeholders. It is important for the individual to be comfortable and confident while meeting with clients. Must have high integrity and accountability. Strong problem solving, time management, and written and verbal communication skills are required, with a demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and multi-disciplinary team under tight deadlines. The position will require some travel, typically related to field and construction phase services, client workshops/meetings and site reconnaissance.
Salary Range for Engineer 1 in Denver, CO: $65,000 - $77,000, depending on education, experience, skills and location.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 450 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees-21,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs, and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include health insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, time off with pay (TOWP), 401k, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities.
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
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