Geotechnical Engineer

1w1 week ago

Thalle Construction Co. Inc.

US · Full-time · $95,000 – $125,000

About this role

Thalle Construction Co., Inc. offers a career opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer on the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP) Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) A-2 Reservoir in Palm Beach County, Florida. This $2.87 billion project, the largest in Jacksonville District history, involves a 17.75-mile embankment dam and structures. It supports Everglades restoration by enhancing ecosystem health and water storage.

Assist in planning geotechnical investigations with field exploration, laboratory testing, and analysis for heavy civil projects. Support foundation design, earthwork evaluation, and soil data interpretation for stability analysis. Perform site visits to verify compliance with recommendations during construction.

Coordinate with civil, structural, and environmental engineers on diverse heavy civil infrastructure like dams, reservoirs, and treatment facilities. Thalle, established in 1947, manages projects from New York to Texas as part of The Tully Group. Regional office is in Palm Beach County, Florida.

This role provides chances to broaden professional experience and advance careers on a vital climate resilience project. Safety remains the top priority in a drug-free workplace. Thalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer using E-Verify.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in Geotechnical Engineering
Minimum of 3 years of related experience, or undergraduate with at least 5 years of geotechnical experience
Experience in geotechnical investigations including field exploration and laboratory testing
Knowledge of foundation design and earthwork evaluation for heavy civil projects
Ability to interpret soil and rock data for stability analysis
Familiarity with geotechnical software for modeling and analysis
Proficiency in construction site inspections and compliance verification

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and executing geotechnical investigations including field exploration, laboratory testing, and analysis
Support preparation of geotechnical engineering reports, recommendations, and technical documentation
Assist in foundation design and earthwork evaluation for heavy civil and infrastructure projects
Interpret soil and rock data for stability analysis and other geotechnical evaluations
Perform site visits and inspections during construction to ensure compliance with geotechnical recommendations
Coordinate with project teams including civil, structural, and environmental engineers
Utilize geotechnical software and tools for analysis and modeling
Maintain organized records of geotechnical data, reports, and correspondence