Project Engineer, Geotech

7 days ago

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States RK&K Full time

RK&K is hiring a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Charlotte Office. RK&K has been present in North Carolina for over sixty years If you are a Geotechnical Engineer with a desire to establish your career and develop your skills in a supportive, collaborative environment, free of the need to satisfy burdensome corporate metrics, then we want to talk to you. RK&K is a civil engineering firm offering qualified candidates the opportunity to partner with an industry leader while experiencing unparalleled growth and career development.

As a Geotechnical Engineer at RK&K you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines to prepare plans and reports related to a variety of geotechnical projects for variety of clients in the transportation and municipal sectors; you will conduct and supervise field investigations and develop design computations; and prepare of geotechnical recommendations, contract plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.

Essential Functions

  • Assist in the development geotechnical portion of proposals and subsurface exploration programs,
  • Perform geotechnical analysis using approved software,
  • Preparation of bridge, roadway and retaining wall inventory reports and foundation recommendations,
  • Post-bid retaining wall plans,
  • Foundations recommendations for other structures,
  • Innovative design concepts related to Geotechnical Engineering

Required Skills and Experience

  • BS degree in Civil Engineering
  • Four (4)+ years of Geotechnical Design experience, NCDOT experience
  • Professional Engineer License
  • Significant understanding of the following: gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, FB-Pier, and GRLWEAP
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Knowledge of Microstation
  • Passion for client service and engineering

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • MS or advanced degree in Civil Engineering
  • Seven (7)+ years of Geotechnical Design experience, NCDOT experience

Other Duties

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

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Paid time off
  • Matching 401(k) plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellness programs and employee resource groups
  • Career Development
  • Much, much more

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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