Engineering Geologist

AECOM is seeking a highly skilled Engineering Geologist to support Geo-Civil projects from our Orange, California office.

• Perform geologic field reconnaissance and mapping for the identification of geologic hazards and site characterization.
• Provide support on the design and installation of ground water wells and geotechnical instrumentation.
• Provide interpretation of site conditions including: geologic, geochemical, and geophysical data and preparing geotechnical and geologic reports.
• Develop geologic models for complex geologic site conditions.
• Conduct geologic research, and develop innovative ways to advance projects with the latest technologies.
• Perform liaison activities with regulatory agencies on behalf of our clients.
• Collaborate with geotechnical and structural engineers to develop robust dam designs.
• Assist in the preparation of project documentation including reports, project communications, and design drawings and report figures that are of a high professional standard.

• BA/BS + 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalence of experience and/or education.
• Valid US Drivers License required.

• Bachelors degree in Geology, Engineering Geology or Geological Engineering (Masters preferred).
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with complex subsurface investigations including soil and rock core drilling.
• Installation of piezometers and geotechnical instrumentation.
• Willingness to travel regularly for domestic and international projects while conducting physically rigorous field geologic data collection in a variety of extreme terrain and weather conditions.
• Ability to work on multiple project tasks and meet deadlines with aggressive schedules efficiently while maintaining attention to detail and work product quality.
• Must have excellent communication and writing skills. Written communication skills in the form of geotechnical/geologic data reporting is necessary.
• GIT Certification.
• Experience with geotechnical projects including dams, mine tailings dams and water storage dams.
• Analytical skills and knowledge of geological and geotechnical software (i.e., RocScience, Geo-Slope, gINT, etc.).

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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