Junior Geotechnical Engineer - Tailings and Dams

AECOM
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Job Details

  • Location: Denver, CO, 80285
  • Date Posted: 2022-11-03
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Category: Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers
  • Req Number: 276318BR
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Description

Job Summary

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated geotechnical engineer to support mine tailings, geotechnical, and heavy civil infrastructure projects as part of the Mining group in Denver, CO.

Job Summary/ Responsibilities:

  • Performs specific portions of broader projects under the supervision of an experienced engineer.

  • Planning, implementing, and overseeing geotechnical exploration programs (30% travel/field time)

  • Developing geotechnical laboratory testing assignments

  • Performing geotechnical evaluations including material characterization, liquefaction, seepage, slope stability, and settlement analyses

  • Preparing calculation packages

  • Assisting with the development of geotechnical reports, drawings and specifications

  • Preparing and presenting technical presentations of evaluation results to internal team

  • Review of geotechnical instrumentation and preparation of instrumentation monitoring reports

Minimum Requirements
  • BA/BS + 2 yrs of relevant experience

  • EIT Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months

Preferred Qualifications
  • MA/MS Civil Engineering with Geotechnical Emphasis

  • 4+ years of relevant experience

  • Basic Knowledge of industry software such as GeoStudio, Utexas, Grapher and AutoCAD Civil3D

  • Field/Construction experience; tailings or dams experience a plus

  • Familiarity with design reports, drawings and specifications

  • Excellent Verbal and written communication skills

  • Demonstrate proactive problem-solving skills

  • Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment

  • Exhibits initiative, responsibility and flexibility

  • Resourceful, highly organized, and detail oriented

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

  • Effective time-management and interpersonal Skills

  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Additional Information:

  • Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

  • Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Target salary range $61,000 to $85,000

  • AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, retirement benefits, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs

What we offer
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.