Consultant, Geotechnical Engineering

The role

You will analyze failures of products and large industrial facilities. You will perform engineering calculations and assist with subsurface explorations and site visits.

What you will do

• Review technical and non-technical documentation to identify key issues and details.
• Gather and synthesize data from diverse sources to assist with the evaluation of claims.
• Perform engineering calculations using computer software and hand calculations.
• Assist with the preparation and conducting of subsurface explorations, condition assessments, and site visits.
• Assist in peer reviews of geotechnical/geostructural and civil engineering designs and construction processes.
• Collaborate with the team in preparing expert reports, presentations, and other deliverables to clients.

Required qualifications

• MS in Civil Engineering with a concentration in Geotechnical or GeoStructural Engineering.
• 4+ years of geotechnical engineering work experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license within the United States.
• Strong skills using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint), AutoCAD/Civil3D, and BlueBeam or Adobe Pro.
• Ability to travel as needed (generally under 15% but may vary).
• Attention to detail and the ability to clearly and concisely present findings.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a member of a team.
• Flexible, creative problem-solving skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with analytical software such as Geostudio Suite, Slide, Settle 3D, borehole logging software, Plaxis, CPeT-IT

Before you apply

• Must be authorized to work in the US without the need for sponsorship in the future.

About the company

Secretariat is a diversified international expert services firm with more than 500 professionals in 20+ cities around the globe. Professionals are trusted in high-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters.