Geotechnical EIT / Designer
Virginia Beach, VA 
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About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary duties of the Geotechnical EIT are to support the geotechnical group by providing coordination and oversight of field investigations, execution of technical analyses, and development of reports under the oversight of a licensed Geotechnical Engineer. Candidates will have the ability to quickly become familiar with geotechnical investigation techniques and design activities for transportation projects including bridge foundations, embankments, cuts, subgrades, pavements, retaining walls, and ground improvement. Candidates will communicate primarily with internal HDR staff on assignments but must also be comfortable interacting with HDR's external clients as a secondary point of contact.

A Geotechnical EIT candidate's traits include organizing, coordinating, and executing field exploration efforts, geotechnical analyses, and development of geotechnical reporting documents. Typically requires an EIT designation. This individual is required to exhibit excellent communication skills, ability to work collaboratively with team members, and a demonstrated willingness to learn. Will be responsible for working directly with members of HDR's geotechnical team to complete assigned work. The successful candidate will have an attitude and commitment to being an active participant of HDR's employee-owned culture.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering

* EIT or the ability to obtain in 6 months. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title "Geotechnical Designer" and will be expected to obtain for career progression

* Experience with MS Office and software applications

* An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

* Masters Degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical emphasis

* Ability to support proposal preparation and development of geotechnical data/engineering reports

* Ability to support completion of analyses associated with soil and rock slope stability, foundation design, retaining wall design, lateral deep foundation response, and pavement condition assessments and thickness design

* Ability to become proficient with geotechnical software including gINT, Slope/W, APILE, LPILE, and settlement software, as well as the ability to develop and execute designs using spreadsheets.

* Local candidates preferred

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach
Other Locations: United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-Virginia-Vienna
Industry: Highway + Road
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
BusinessClass: Geotechnical
Job Posting: Apr 23, 2024

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.

CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

At HDR, health and safety matters.

For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.

If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
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