Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description:Ninyo & Moore has an immediate opening for a Staff Geotechnical Engineer in San Jose, CA. The successful candidate will perform the following duties: Coordination and scheduling of geotechnical subsurface evaluations, boring mark-out for utility clearance, and supervision of drill rig crews, classification of soils and logging of borings, test pits, and cores, performing floor level surveys, documentation of distressed structures, assignment of lab testing, and geotechnical report preparation. Additionally the Staff Engineer will be responsible for assignment and compilation of laboratory testing and geotechnical calculations, including calculations pertaining to slope stability analysis, liquefaction, dynamic settlement, and pile design.

Education:B.S. / B.A. in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Engineering. M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering highly preferred.

Required Skills:Entry level to two years experience, preferably with a geotechnical consulting firm performing duties described above. Candidate should have an understanding and knowledge of soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering. Candidate should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, positive attitude, good organizational skills, and a strong work ethic. Must be able to work both independently and as a team member. Must have a current valid driver's license.

Status:Full time

Location:San Jose, CA

Reference ID:SGE-SJ