Geotechnical Engineer III

Job Summary

AECOM is seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer to be based in Tucson, AZ.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it's improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We're one global team - over 50,000 strong - driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Summary:

• Participate in field assignments that will include soil and rock borings, test pits, CPT soundings, geophysical testing; geotechnical instrumentation design and construction; and inspection of the construction of geotechnical features like retaining walls, foundations, mines, dams, levees, slopes and tunnels.
• Develop geotechnical design parameters based on laboratory data results.
• Design shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, ground improvement, flood risk reduction structures, embankments and cut and fill slopes, and tunnels.
• Use computer programs including GeoStudio, LPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, Plaxis, Settle3, and MathCAD for geotechnical analyses.
• Prepare and review Geotechnical work plans, Geotechnical Reports, Alternative Analysis Reports, etc.
• Review design plans and specifications and for compliance with geotechnical recommendations and communicate with multiple disciplines and provide design improvement recommendations.
• May lead one or more teams in the delivery of work efforts that are often complex.
• Mentor and train junior geotechnical engineers.
• Have the opportunity to meet with clients and participate in proposals.
• Project management - tracking scope, schedule and budget
• Have the opportunity to travel to and work in locations both within the USA and around the world.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Geological Engineering
• 4+ years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid driver's license required

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology preferred.
• 7+ years of related experience in Geotechnical Engineering projects.
• Arizona PE license or ability to obtain Arizona PE license within 6 months
• Solid understanding of performing and managing field work
• Project management experience
• The ability to work well within a team
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Experience using geotechnical software.

Additional Information:

• Relocation is available for this position.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Project site travel required for this role as needed. (up to 30%)

What We Offer

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts - planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers - leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let's get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.

Job Category Engineering - Geotechnical

Business Line Water

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United States of America

Position Status Full Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 274191BR

Virtual: No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.