State of Utah
Full job description
The Utah Department of Transportation is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Geotechnical Engineer (Engineer IV). In this position you will support geotechnical needs for maintenance and construction. You will oversee, review, and design for Project Delivery for projects that range from small permit projects to large design build projects.
Principal Duties
As the Geotechnical Engineer you will:
Perform geotechnical design and analysis for transportation projects
Prepare geotechnical reports
Perform geotechnical review and oversight for transportation projects
Perform geotechnical consultant oversight and reviews
Participate in updates and review of geotechnical aspects of UDOT construction specifications and the UDOT Geotechnical Manual of Instruction
Minimum Qualifications
In order to qualify, the candidate:Must be registered as a professional engineer (PE) in Utah.
Will have at least two (2) years of engineering experience following licensure as a PE.
This position may be filled at the Engineer III level for applicants with less than two (2) years of post PE experience. In order to qualify for the level III, you must be registered as a PE in Utah AND have at least one (1) year of post PE engineering experience. Salary range for Engineer III is $36.55-$59.29.
Preferences
Preference may be given to those with at least one of the following:At least five (5) years experience in geotechnical engineering following licensure as a PE.
A Bachelor’s degree, or higher, with an emphasis in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering
Typical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Here are some of the knowledge, skills and abilities that are typically associated with the job, though not all-inclusive:Knowledge of geotechnical design, including foundation design, retaining walls, slope stability, soil settlement (magnitude and time-rate), geoseismic design, and geohazard analysis/mitigation.
Working knowledge and/or the ability to become familiar with UDOT and AASHTO design and construction standards
Knowledge of geotechnical laboratory testing
Ability to use geotechnical design software
Experience with designing geotechnical instrumentation plans and interpretation
Ability to develop and conduct geotechnical investigations
Good written and verbal communication skills
Supplemental Information
Here is someWorking conditions and physical requirements are moderate: This position will involve some field work and the ability to traverse uneven, steep, and rough terrain.
Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Region Director/Group Leader
Why Should You Join Our Team?The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you. Our mission statement is, “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy. We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want – and we make sure they can do it safely.
You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these are your values too, you’ll be a great fit.
Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance.
The AgencyUDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths. Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions. Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying. UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.
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