Geotechnical Engineer

5 days ago

Los Angeles, United States J.S. Held Full time
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The Company

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?


J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

 

The Team and Job Summary

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will be a member of our growing Forensic Architecture and Engineering practice. With a combination of high‑level technical and construction experience, they will collaborate with other subject matter experts to consult with clients; perform examinations, testing, and analysis; and prepare engineering reports and findings in a clear, concise, efficient and professional manner.  The successful candidate will provide technical and project management leadership in geotechnical related investigations, projects, and tasks, on both a national and international scale.

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Investigate geotechnical and construction-related failures that may involve shallow and deep foundations, soil and rock slopes, dams, foundations, pipelines and retaining walls
  • Perform site examinations relating to loss/failure
  • Review plans and specifications and other furnished documents with an attention to detail, to determine whether relevant designs, guidelines, codes, and other regulations have been met
  • Assist in developing and preparing engineering drawings and simulations from field measurements, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets, and other data
  • Prepare technical reports based upon sound investigations and analysis, that effectively communicate the results in an ethical, unbiased fashion
  • Effectively communicate investigation and analysis findings to clients and others within boardrooms, during mediations, and trials
  • Manage projects according to client-approved scopes of work, and deliver high-quality reports and/or presentations on time and within budget
  • Provide litigation support and serve as an expert witness in construction disputes and large construction-related insurance claims.
  • Development, mentoring and/or direct more junior staff on investigation assignments
  • Participate with other J.S. Held staff in business development, as well as the promotion of advancing market growth opportunities
  • Participation in industry events and seminars, including delivering technical presentations to client and industry events
  • Develop an understanding of the core values of the firm and familiarization with the strategic plan, and help drive the business in a positive fashion
  • Work independently or are part of a team, collaborating with professionals from J.S. Held across the globe


Required Qualifications

  • Masters or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience (post-degree) working in a consulting and/or forensic engineering at a senior project management level with exposure to projects on an international scale
  • A sound basis in the application of geotechnical engineering to problem-solving. Ideally, the successful candidate will have exposure to developments and investigations involving shallow and deep foundations, soil and rock slopes, dams, foundations and retaining walls
  • Professional Engineering (PE) and Geotechnical Engineering (GE) license in California
  • Heavy commercial, industrial, and civil infrastructure experience
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
  • Excellent presentation, communication and technical writing skills
  • Strong organizational and presentation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Flexibility in both assignment and potential travel requirements depending upon the assignment

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Exposure to engineering in a consulting environment preferred, with forensic engineering experience an asset
  • PE license in other west-coast states or ability to obtain

 

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.  
  • Must be able to travel to various project sites and conduct field investigations.
  • Must be able to work in hot and cold environments, both indoors and outdoors.
  • Physically able to climb, stand, walk, kneel, and crouch for extended periods of time

 

We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities.  If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable adjustment in relation to any of the above, please email jobs@jsheld.com and include “Applicant Adjustment” within the subject line with your request and contact information.

 

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all of our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility.  We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

  • Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely when needed
  • Generous Annual Leave Policy
  • Comprehensive Medical Insurance


Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read the J.S. Held Online Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as required and described therein. California residents can click here to learn more about the personal information we collect and here to learn about additional privacy rights that may be available.

 

Please explore what we’re all about at www.jsheld.com.

 

EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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