DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International has a unique opportunity for qualified Geotechnical Associate candidates with at least 5 years of geotechnical engineering design experience to join the Structural Engineering Department located in our Boston, MA location. The successful candidate will work in applying geotechnical engineering techniques, procedures and principles on a variety of projects while supporting our project team and client base that we service on a local, national, and international basis.  Typically, our projects involve supporting our clients within the Transportation, Commercial Development, Industrial and Energy market sectors. 

The successful candidate will work in applying geotechnical engineering techniques, procedures and principles on a variety of projects while supporting our project team and client base that we service on a local, national, and international basis. Typically, our projects involve supporting our clients within the Transportation Infrastructure industry. The best part of being a Geotechnical Engineering Designer in Michael Baker International's Boston, MA office is that you will face different challenges every day, some very complex. You will feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping Michael Baker International provide innovative solutions and Making a Difference for the clients and communities we serve!

RESPONSIBILITIES

 Have a profound understanding of geotechnical and foundation engineering theory and practice. Prepare geotechnical field exploration and laboratory testing programs. Perform analyses for design of shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, and slope stabilization systems. Prepares geotechnical reports detailing subsurface investigations, foundation recommendations, construction monitoring and quality assurance/control phases of work and other field / laboratory studies. Monitor geotechnical drilling and perform site visits, report findings to more experienced Engineers and/or Project Managers. Demonstrate experience in design and analysis of transportation and infrastructure projects. Satisfy project requirements by ensuring that quality standards and deadlines are met. Conducts site visits, perform construction monitoring and attend client meetings. Assists Project Managers and more experienced Engineers in ensuring that task and project schedules and budgets are met. Assists project manager with marketing and business development efforts.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a Master’s degree with a focus in Geotechnical Engineering preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in geotechnical design. Strong analytical and technical report writing skills, including numerical analysis as well as spreadsheet. Ability to be self-motivated and to research and troubleshoot problems as they arise. Strong analytical and technical report writing skills, including numerical analysis as well as spreadsheet. MS Office suite and familiar with geotechnical related commercial software. Ability to complete tasks on multiple projects and meet budgets and deliverable deadlines. 

COMPENSATION 

The approximate compensation range for this position is $80,500-$90,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.