Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. • Columbus, OH • 2h ago

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary: JMT is currently seeking a full-time Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our companywide geotechnical design practice. This position is based in our newly relocated and growing office in the Easton area of Columbus, OH. This position will support a variety of project @types including many high-profile projects across our company footprint in our highways, bridges, aviation, rail & transit, marine and ports, water and wastewater, dams and levees, and buildings and facilities markets. Some of our notable ongoing projects include Greendale Levee Greendale, IN; Long Bridge North in Washington DC/Northern Virginia; I-95 Electronic Toll Lanes and the Harry W Nice/Thomas "Mac" Middelton Bridge Replacement both in Maryland and Alexandria Waterfront Design-Build Improvements in Virginia. This position will also support highway and bridge projects throughout the states of Ohio and Pennsylvania for ODOT, PennDOT and other transportation clients.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Responsible for management and oversight of geotechnical investigations

Development and implementation of subsurface investigation programs consisting of test borings, cone penetrometer, dilatometer and geophysical surveys

Perform engineering analysis of soils and rock, for design of shallow and deep foundation systems, slope stability, excavations, permanent and temporary retaining systems, dewatering systems and soil improvement

Preparation of geotechnical reports and memoranda

Preparation of construction documents including plans, specifications, and cost estimates

Responsible for responses to requests for qualifications and proposal

Assist in marketing efforts for growth and development of the geotechnical engineering practice in the Ohio and Pennsylvania Region

Conduct and manage on-site geotechnical inspection and engineering services during construction

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

BS degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in geotechnical courses

5 to 10+ years geotechnical engineering experience including analysis, report writing, and proposal preparation required

Experience with geotechnical software similar to or including gINT, SLIDE, SETTLE3, LPILE, ALLPILE, ReSSA, etc., and LRFD design

Propensity and proficiency for problem solving, both in the office and in the field, and have successfully developed innovative solutions to various geotechnical challenges

Work independently and as part of a team

Strong writing/verbal skills in order to work with team members, clients, and contractors

Perform field assignments which include, but are not limited to, walking and climbing through areas that have steep slopes or other natural obstacles

Candidates must be capable of working on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environment

Coordination with clients, contractors, outside consultants and firm staff is expected

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Required Experience

Preferred Experience

MS degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Professional Engineer certification preferred.

Proficiency in MicroStation/CADD preferred.

Experience working on Federal, State, County and local projects including ODOT and PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave Program

401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career Development Programs

And more...

Benefits | JMT (https://jmt.com/careers/benefits/)

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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