Geotechnical Engineering Design Associate at Michael Baker International in Hamilton, New Jersey

Job Description:

Michael Baker International has a unique opportunity for qualified Geotechnical Engineering Associate candidates with 0-2 years of geotechnical engineering experience to join the Geotechnical Department located in our Hamilton, NJ location. The successful candidate will work in applying geotechnical engineering techniques, procedures and principles on a variety of projects while supporting our project team and client base that we service on a local, national, and international basis. Typically, our projects involve supporting our clients within the Transportation, Commercial Development, Industrial and Energy market sectors.

The successful candidate will work in applying geotechnical engineering techniques, procedures and principles on a variety of projects while supporting our project team and client base that we service on a local, national, and international basis. Typically, our projects involve supporting our clients within the Transportation Infrastructure industry. The best part of being a Geotechnical Engineering Designer in Michael Baker International's Hamilton, NJ office is that you will face different challenges every day, some very complex. You will feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping Michael Baker International provide innovative solutions and Making a Difference for the clients and communities we serve!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare geotechnical field exploration and laboratory testing programs.
• Perform analyses for design of shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, and slope stabilization systems.
• Prepares geotechnical reports detailing subsurface investigations, foundation recommendations, construction monitoring and quality assurance/control phases of work and other field / laboratory studies.
• Monitor geotechnical drilling and perform site visits, report findings to more experienced Engineers and/or Project Managers.
• Assists Project Managers and more experienced Engineers in ensuring that task and project schedules and budgets are met.

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Master's preferred with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering
• EIT highly desired
• 0 - 2+ years of Geotechnical Design experience
• Experience with NJDOT projects is a plus
• Strong analytical and technical report writing skills, including numerical analysis using spreadsheets.
• Ability to be self-motivated and to research and troubleshoot problems as they arise.
• MS Office suite and familiar with geotechnical related commercial software.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits

The approximate compensation range for this position is $67,000 to $80,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.Michael Baker International has a unique opportunity for qualified Geotechnical Associatecandidates with 0-2 years of geotechnical engineering experience to join the Geotechnical Department located in our Hamilton, NJ location. The successful candidate will work in applying geotechnical engineering techniques, procedures and principles on a variety of projects while supporting our project team and client base that we service on a local, national, and international basis.Typically, our projects involve supporting our clients within the Transportation, Commercial Development, Industrial and Energy market sectors.