Geotechnical Site Engineer

2 weeks ago

Placerville, California, United States Menard Full time
Key Responsibilities:
  • Adhering to all safety protocols, including Farrell, OSHA, and site-specific regulations.
  • This role will also aid the sales and engineering teams in enhancing their knowledge and the business, which includes:
    • Developing geotechnical designs, cost assessments, and proposals based on project documentation interpretation.
  • Assisting the Marketing and Business Development teams by participating in trade shows, conferences, and other promotional events.
  • Delivering technical presentations to potential clients and facilitating educational training for Menard customers.
  • Maintaining, reviewing, and updating technical expertise and knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures, and code requirements.
Supporting Project Managers with various project-specific tasks, such as:
  • Conducting and overseeing field quality control tests and maintaining production records.
  • Creating and managing daily construction reports.
  • Investigating and resolving drawing interpretation issues, conflicts, and errors.
  • Performing basic field surveys, addressing geometry challenges, and preparing drawings/sketches to assist construction efforts.
  • Drafting Requests for Information (RFIs) and aiding in the preparation of change order documentation and claim analysis.
  • Ensuring all installations comply with Farrell's quality control standards.
  • Preparing preliminary engineering and construction documents.
  • Assisting with and/or conducting load testing.
  • Collaborating with superintendents, foremen, and other field personnel.
  • Building and maintaining relationships with clients.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
  • Valid Class C driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • OSHA 30-hour Safety Certification.
  • Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification.
Desired Experience:
  • Minimum of 1 year in civil engineering, surveying, or heavy construction.
Essential Skills:
  • Exhibits initiative and self-motivation.
  • Effective problem solver with a proactive attitude that achieves results.
  • Understanding of fundamental geotechnical design and calculation principles.
  • Strong observational skills and the ability to work diligently.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly regarding the completion and documentation of all tasks.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Outlook.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods at job sites or desks.
  • Must be capable of lifting up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to navigate facilities in various weather conditions and terrains.
  • Requires fine dexterity, handling, and repetitive motions of hands and feet.
Travel Requirement:
  • 50% overnight travel is necessary for this position.


Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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