Geotechnical Engineer jobs in Kannapolis, NC

Geotechnical Engineer prepares and inspects projects involving drilling and exploration. Responsible for geological mapping, report writing, site characterization, numerical modeling and analysis of excavations/supports. Being a Geotechnical Engineer requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Geotechnical Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Geotechnical Operations Engineer
  • NC Department of Transportation
  • Mount Pleasant, NC FULL_TIME


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    How to Apply
    You must apply at https://tinyurl.com/p3jmh3p3 by March 7.
     
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    NEW HIGHER SALARY: $59,752 - $104,566
     
    The Challenge
    We are looking for a mid-level Geotechnical Operations Engineer to join our Western Regional Geotechnical Engineering Operations team providing geologic, geotechnical, and geoenvironmental engineering planning, design, construction, and maintenance services for NC highways.
     
    In this role, you will:
      • Perform site visits and attend project meetings.
      • Monitor specialized geotechnical instrumentation (piezometers, seismographs, inclinometers, etc.).
      • Oversee geotechnical construction methods and testing (pile driving, dynamic pile testing, cross hole sonic logging, static load testing, drilled pier construction, etc.).
      • Review contractor submittals (drilled pier construction, hammer driving systems, temporary shoring/walls, permanent walls, dynamic pile test reports, CSL reports, static load test reports, etc.).
      • Review plans and subsurface profiles.
      • Review consultant submittals.
      • Develop spreadsheets and checklists to perform submittal reviews.
      • Develop drive criteria for piles.
      • Develop special provisions and specialized plan sheets.
      • Perform engineering analysis and run software related to axial pile capacity, lateral pile capacity, drive criteria, external stability, slope stability, settlement, etc.
      • Provide recommendations/guidance on the geotechnical aspects of design, construction, and maintenance.
      • Provide timely response to internal/external client requests in Construction and Maintenance.
      • Communicate professionally with other NCDOT staff, contractors, and the public.
      • Assist with ongoing research initiatives.
     
    What You Bring
      • Knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil and Geotechnical Engineering.
      • Demonstrated ability to interpret and evaluate soil and rock properties from subsurface reports, lab data, and other sources, including the ability to independently determine relevant criteria and use it in analysis.
      • Experience in design and preparation of plans for roadway embankments, cut slopes, retaining walls, sound barrier walls, and bridge foundations.
      • Computer skills using MicroStation and other programs for pile capacity and driving, soil-pier interaction, slope stability, soil nail walls, MSE walls, and shoring design.
      • Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and clearly and effectively explain to audiences construction plans, provisions, specifications, policies, procedures, regulations, and relevant legislation.
     
    Education & Experience
      • Bachelors degree in engineering, and
      • 3 years experience; or
      • An equivalent combination of training and experience.
     
    Note
      • We may require registration as a professional engineer by the NC Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.
     
    Questions?
    Call me: Anita Martinez at 919-707-6850.
     
    More About Us
    We collect and analyze subsurface information and provide geotechnical engineering designs and recommendations for roadway slopes, embankments, and subgrades, and foundations of roadways and structures to ensure stability and cost-effective construction.
     
    We assist in the construction and maintenance of roadways and structures, investigate, and develop remediation plans for geotechnical/geoenvironmental problems.
     
    We investigate known and potentially contaminated properties to identify hazardous materials and provide removal instructions.
     
    We review geotechnical designs and construction submittals from private engineering firms and contractors and evaluates new products.
     
    And, we can use your talent!  Join us and help make a difference.
     
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Engineer
  • Albemarle
  • Hall, NC FULL_TIME
  • Provides engineering support, inspection and professional civil engineering for several City operations including but not limited to utilities, street systems, stormwater, and plan reviews. Performs e...
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Engineer
  • Courtyard Statesville Mooresville
  • Statesville, NC FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary Información disponible en español a continuación. The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for assisting with the operation maintenance service and repair of equipment as assigned. He/she i...
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Material Engineer
  • NGK Ceramics
  • Mooresville, NC FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionJOB TITLE: Material Engineer JOB GRADE: EX05 FLSA STATUS: Exempt DEPARTMENT NAME: Material Control DEPARTMENT CODE: MATCTL REPORTS TO: Area Manager _________________________________________...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Maintenance Engineer
  • Starhired
  • Biscoe, NC FULL_TIME
  • We're looking for an experienced Industrial Maintenance Engineer with experience. You will help maintain our machines, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, you will help solve issues and ke...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Warehouse Engineer
  • The Right Staff
  • Salisbury, NC FULL_TIME
  • DIRECT-HIRE - WAREHOUSE ENGINEER - LOCATED IN SALISBURY, NC THE RIGHT STAFF has partnered with a global distributor and manufacturer in their search for a Warehouse Engineer to join their growing orga...
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Lead Driller - CLT
  • Universal Engineering Sciences
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Overview: SUMMIT Engineering, a Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) Company has an opening in our Drilling Department. ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Construction Materials Testing Technician
  • S&ME
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Construction Materials Testing Technician Requisition Number: 2024-1350-10 S&ME is seeking individuals with a passion fo...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CAA ICON - Project Director
  • Creative Artists Agency (CAA)
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Job Description A division of leading entertainment and sports agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA), CAA ICON is the wor...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Accounting Administrator/Clerk - CLT
  • Universal Engineering Sciences
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Overview: UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Regional Safety Manager
  • Universal Engineering Sciences, Inc.
  • Charlotte, NC
  • **Regional Safety Manager** Charlotte, NC / Southeast (Contour & Geoservices) Occupational Health & Safety Department / ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Distribution Engineer
  • Wood PLC
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Job Description Wood currently has exciting opportunities for a Distribution Engineer. Reporting to the Manager, Distrib...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Geotechnical Staff Professional
  • NewTech Engineering, PLLC
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Geotechnical Staff Professional/Engineer who will report directly to ou...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Geotechnical Staff Project Manager II
  • Engineering Consulting Services, Ltd.
  • Charlotte, NC
  • What You'll Do * Primarily involved with tasks supporting the preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis an...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Kannapolis (Kŭh-nă-pŭh-lŭs) is a city in Cabarrus and Rowan counties, in the U.S. state of North Carolina, northwest of Concord and northeast of Charlotte and is a suburb in the Charlotte metropolitan area. The city of Kannapolis was incorporated in 1984. The population was 42,625 at the 2010 census, which makes Kannapolis the 20th largest city in North Carolina. It is the home of the Kannapolis Intimidators, the Class A baseball affiliate of the Chicago White Sox, and it is the hometown of the Earnhardt racing family. The center of the city is home to the North Carolina Research Campus, a pub...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Geotechnical Engineer jobs
$63,667 to $74,556
Kannapolis, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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