Jr Geotechnical Civil Design Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Geotechnical Civil Design Engineer supports the design and development of deep foundation solutions for a variety of construction projects. This role reviews project plans and geotechnical information, develops preliminary foundation designs and value-engineered alternatives, and coordinates design submittals through completion. The position works closely with customers, project teams, sales, and engineering partners to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions that meet each project’s unique needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform preliminary pile designs, takeoffs, and quotations:

• Review and understand the project plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports.
• Coordinate project pile/foundation designs.
• Provide design and/or material recommendations including Value Engineering (VE) pile design alternates.
• Collaborate with the Team to understand client and project needs to offer the most economical design.
• Coordinate and participate in conference calls between the project teams.
• Prepare the preliminary design and coordinate material estimates with the team for package distribution to the customer

Manage execution of signed & sealed design submittals:

• Verify all project information (plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports) is available and adequate for the design process.
• Coordinate submittal completion with the engineering firm within the project schedule.
• Review and coordinate any requested revisions.
• Address design RFIs
• Provide supporting documentation as required.
• Create and provide CAD drawings
• Provide technical sales support to effectively pitch VE alternates to clients and project engineers

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required
• Geotechnical and structural engineering experience or courses required
• Ability to work (independently and in a team setting) under pressure with challenging deadlines.
• Advanced computer program skills specifically with various CAD programs (including Inventor), ERP systems, Office 365, SmartSheet
• Previous experience in the deep foundation/construction industry a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to work in an open office environment.
• Desk work, full onsite
• Occasional travel required

IDEAL Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs and not on race, color, citizenship status, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other factor protected by law.