Geotechnical Engineer

At Golder Associates, we strive to be the most respected global group specializing in ground engineering and environmental services. Employee-owned since our formation in 1960, we have created a unique culture with pride in ownership, resulting in long-term organizational stability. Our professionals take the time to build an understanding of our clients’ needs and of the specific environments in which they operate.

Golder Associates is seeking a Junior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Detroit, MI. This is a junior position in the consulting stream and is regarded as a professional person in the delivery of engineering design services in line with the Golder suite of geotechnical engineering.

• Use your scientific and engineering knowledge to solve ground engineering problems, specifically soils.
• Analyze and interpret field and laboratory information.
• Perform field investigations including geotechnical logging of soils and rocks, groundwater investigations and sampling.
• Perform field construction quality assurance services including compaction testing, geosynthetics installation monitoring, and piping installations.
• Perform geotechnical laboratory testing.
• Perform engineering analyses such as slope stability, settlement, leachate calculations, and storm water calculations.
• Contribute to preparation of reports.
• Be prepared to travel 50% of the time.
• Be prepared to work in a fast-paced, client driven environment.

• Relevant degree in geotechnical, geological, or civil engineering
• FE/EIT registration is preferred
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience post-graduation in a consulting or similar position
• Broad knowledge of geotechnical and geological engineering principles and practices
• Specific knowledge related to soils engineering and related disciplines, including experience working in a geotechnical soils laboratory
• Experience with Construction Bidding package preparation is preferred
• Experience with field work for soils and geosynthetics construction quality assurance is preferred
• Experience with geotechnical software programs such as GRLWEAP, Lpile, Slide, MathCAD, and Settle 3D is preferred
• Experience with water design programs such as HELP model and HEC-HMS is a plus
• Experience and proficiency with AutoCAD is preferred