Geotechnical Engineer, Industrial/Oil and Gas

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) has an opening for a mid-level Geotechnical Engineer in our growing Geotechnical Engineering Design Group.  This role is based out of our Houston, Energy Corridor location.  The primary duties of this engineer will include geotechnical engineering efforts in support of EPC contracts with Power Generation, Power Distribution and Industrial clients.  As, such, a strong technical background and excellent communication skills as well as an ability to work well in a team environment are considered critical to this position.  You will be part of our rapidly growing Power Delivery, Power Design and Industrial Design Departments, which includes structural, civil, drainage, mechanical, electrical, and materials disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the design-build delivery of power, industrial, and infrastructure projects. 

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction-focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects. This integrated strategy emphasizes collaboration and constructability throughout the project lifecycle, enabling us to identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.

Clients benefit from Kiewit’s proven processes and tools, which minimize project risk. As an in-house resource, we support projects across the company, in all major markets, sharing experiences, innovative concepts, and best practices. Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process result in safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and uphold Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures – we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. We don't just build projects; we build careers. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan (RRSP), and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success.

Location

This position is based in our Houston, TX office.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will utilize geotechnical engineering knowledge to complete technical engineering assignments in support of Kiewit Corporation business, including:

• Providing project support during the proposal/bid phase working with various team members to identify and evaluate innovative and cost-effective design solutions to geotechnical problems and challenges.
• Working with the pursuit team during the proposal/bid phase to help identify key design risks and develop plans to mitigate risks.
• Working on EPC/design-build projects to develop design recommendations, produce design deliverables, and potentially serve as geotechnical lead or project manager.
• Training and developing staff engineers. #LI-MD1

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in civil engineering required and preferably a Master’s degree, or equivalent experience, in Geotechnical Engineering. 
• 4+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience on U.S. industrial, power and/or oil & gas projects.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the U.S., required.
• Demonstrated broad technical knowledge of geotechnical engineering, including subsurface exploration, design of deep foundations, shallow foundations, evaluating slope stability, seismic and liquefication assessment, earth retention, soft soils, and ground improvement techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment  
• Ability to travel to project sites and the physical ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environmental conditions.
• EPC or Design-Build experience is a PLUS.

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