Take Your Geotechnical Career to the Next Level
Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Geotechnical team is looking for you! From earthquake and seismic engineering to the latest trenchless technology methods, Kleinfelder's Geotechnical Services support the planning, engineering, and construction of complex projects, and our specialists are leading experts in their fields.
Step into Your New Role
Kleinfelder's is seeking Senior Professional Level Geotechnical or Geological Engineers to join our Denver/Golden, Colorado office!
Our geotechnical engineering team works on challenging and interesting projects a part of a larger engineering team that includes structural and civil engineers, environmental professionals, and laboratory and construction oversight personnel. We work on a large variety of both public and private infrastructure projects ranging from solar power generation facilities, electric transmission line, renewable natural gas plant, transit systems, roadways, water and storm water systems, dams, trenchless utility crossings, commercial buildings, deep excavations, and more, all while managing complexities of dense urban sites, remote sites throughout the US, or difficult mountainous terrain in Colorado.
The ideal candidate must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in civil, geotechnical, or geological Engineering with more than 10 years of related geotechnical consulting experience and a PE license in Colorado or the ability to obtain within 6 months. A master’s degree in civil (geotechnical) engineering or geological engineering is strongly preferred.
The successful candidate will have direct experience with a variety of geotechnical subsurface exploration techniques, construction observations and materials testing (preferred), laboratory testing, geotechnical engineering analyses, technical writing, and other technical support under direct supervision assisting senior operations and technical staff. This role is a hybrid, work from home and work in office, opportunity with weekly office attendance required in a team setting. Some travel to project sites may be required.
Responsibilities include:
Proposal developmentDevelopment of subsurface exploration and laboratory testing programsRemote oversight of early career professionals during subsurface explorations,Geotechnical engineering analyses including but not limited to evaluation of subsurface conditions and their geotechnical engineering properties, deep foundation axial capacities and lateral deformation, shallow foundation capacities and potential settlement/heave, global stability, geotechnical seismic analyses, retaining wall design, pavement design, seepage analysis, etc.Geotechnical report writing, plans preparation, and technical specification development.Mentoring junior staff.Task management with some to full project management, depending on the candidate’s experience.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in civil (geotechnical) or geological engineering; master’s degree preferredMinimum of 10 years of consulting experience in the geotechnical field.Colorado PE or ability to obtain within 6 months.Experience with proposal writing, scope, budgeting, and schedulingExperience executing geotechnical field investigationsExperience with local geologic conditions as well as national geology and geologic hazardsProficiency in software including Slope/W or SLIDE, SHAFT, LPILE, APILE, Settle3Experience with geotechnical engineering analyses without the use of geotechnical software.Experience with and strong abilities with technical writing of geotechnical investigation reportsWorking well in a team environmentValid driver’s license.Move Forward with Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range $98,000-$143,000. We will be accepting applications through October 1, 2024 (90 days since posting date).
Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
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