Your role at GEI.

We are looking for a Design Engineer that has experience with structural engineering to support deep foundation, earth retention, and construction engineering projects.  Experience with reinforced concrete design, concrete and steel detailing, and excavation support and deep foundation design is preferred. The selected candidate needs to be able to determine load paths in structural systems and document these analyses in a clear and concise manner.

Construction observation/management and basic understanding of earth pressure theory is a plus. Under the direction of a Senior Engineer, this individual will provide support to ongoing design efforts that include preparation of design documents for foundations and excavations support systems; ground improvement; and geotechnical instrumentation.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

The desired design skills include geotechnical and/or structural design, AutoCAD drafting and technical specification support.  Familiarity with basic excavation support design and deep foundation design is a plus.  Other responsibilities include performing or preparing:

  • Structural engineering analyses and calculations with software such as STAAD Pro, MathCAD, and Tekla Tedds
  • Preparation of technical memos, reports, and construction specifications.
  • Design and modification of drawings using AutoCad.
  • Structural detailing.
  • Interpretation of geotechnical boring logs and laboratory tests.

Minimum Qualifications

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering is required
  • M.S. in Structural Engineering is preferred
  • Minimum of three years of experience is required
  • Excellent writing and general communication skills
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD and drafting is a must;
  • Ability to perform field work

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.  

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.  

With more than 40 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.

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As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.  Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package

  • Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
  • Pay Range For This Position: $70,000 – $80,000/year
  • Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
  • Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Hybrid Work Schedules and Home Office and Cell Phone Stipends
  • GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
  • Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
  • Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
  • Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
  • Rewards and Recognition
  • GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
  • Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
  • A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • And More…

Physical Job Requirements

 

  

Sedentary

   

Light

  X

Medium

 

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements

  Occasional

  (0-35% of            day)

      Frequent

  (33-66% of day)

   Continuous

   (67-100% of             day)

       Not        Applicable

Sitting

     

         4-6 hrs

           

 

Standing

   

          2 hrs

     

 

Walking

 

           2 hrs

     

 

    

Climbing

       30 min

 

 

    

 

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

       20 lbs

      

 

         

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

       20 lbs

     

 

       

Carrying objects

     

       

        

         X

Push/pull

      

      

 

         X

Twisting

    

            

 

         X

Bending

      10 min

       

 

 

Reaching forward

      10 min

 

 

 

Reaching overhead

      10 min

 

 

         

Squat/kneel/crawl

     10 min

    

 

  

       

 

Wrist position deviation

    

     

           

         X

Pinching/fine motor skills

    

             

 

  

          X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

    

         

           4-6 hrs

     

 

Taste or smell (taste=never)

    

 

        

         X

Talk or hear

 

         

              X

 

 

   Accurate           20/40

    Very Accurate             20/20

Not Applicable

 

Near Vision

         X 

             

   

Far Vision

         

             

              X
       
 

Yes

No

Not Applicable

 

Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

 

  X  

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

 

 

            X

 

Hearing

 

 

            X

 
       

Environmental Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

 

             X

Chemical

 

             X 

Airborne communicable diseases

 

             X

Extreme temperatures

                  X

 

Radiation

 

              X 

Uneven surfaces or elevations

                  X

 

Extreme noise levels

 

               X 

Dust/particulate matter

 

               X

 

Other (exposure risk):

 

 

Usual workday hours:

 

8

  X

10

 

12

 

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.

 

 

 

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