Associate/Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Company: WorleyParsons
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: March 18, 2023
Job Description:
Job Description - Associate/Principal Geotechnical Engineer
(BAT00AZ) Associate/Principal Geotechnical Engineer - BAT00AZ
Company : Advisian Primary Location Job : Geotechnical Engineer
Consultants Schedule : Full-time Employment Type : Employee Job
Posting : Feb 28, 2023 Unposting Date : May 30, 2023 Reporting
Manager Title : Associate Engineering Geologist :
Associate/Principal Geotechnical Engineer Advisian, Worley Group
Advisian - the consulting arm of Worley. Be part of the solution. -
The dual challenge of supplying energy to a growing population,
while addressing the risks of - climate change , is one of the
greatest challenges the world is facing today. The energy
transition isn't just about alternative fuels, - power -generation,
or use, or - storage . It's all the elements that contribute to the
energy ecosystem. We view these challenges as opportunities to
deliver a more sustainable world.
We're developing strategies and business cases for emissions
intensive clients to move to low carbon energy options, as
efficiently and safely as possible. Our consultants are advising
customers on circular and - hydrogen -economies, - water
-stewardship, - electrification , and climate change risk and
adaptation. -We work on projects around the globe. The problems are
global and so are we. Challenging complexity. Shaping a sustainable
future. Economic viability. Resource availability. Digital
reliability. Carbon neutrality. These are the components of the
world's pressing energy and resource problems. Sound complicated
and tough to balance? It is. Luckily we thrive in complex
environments Join a community of consultants, scientists,
strategists, and engineers all dedicated to solving the world's
critical infrastructure, environmental, energy, and resource
challenges. By seeing things from a different perspective, we
enhance the Worley Group's ability to serve our clients. We are
together delivering a more sustainable world. We put sustainability
at the heart of everything we do We work with business to develop
the right strategy, log in to a digital future, secure and
safeguard social license, enhance local communities, and power the
energy transition. We know we won't solve today's problems by using
the same thinking that created them. So, from start to finish, we
challenge ourselves to find the best way forward. We question every
decision, assumption, and way of working to make sure we get it
right. The first time. Rising to the challenge, together We are
thousands of consultants across the globe. Be part of the future -
welcome to our growing team! Our Geoscience Team Our Geotechnical
Engineering group is part of the Geoscience service line in the
Americas and comprises 90+ engineering professionals with a broad
range of technical skills and experience and is part of the larger
Global Geoscience Practice which comprises over one hundred and
sixty geotechnical, geological and geophysical professionals
throughout the world. The types of projects executed by this team
include large diameter pipelines, coastal LNG facilities,
industrial processing plants, oil sands developments, dam
structures, pipeline integrity, geohazard assessments and marine
terminals. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to
interact on a wide array of geosciences projects and work
collaboratively with multiple technical and advisory disciplines.
The Associate / Principal Geotechnical Engineer position is a
full-time role located within our Baton Rouge, LA office. - Our
Geotechnical Engineering group seeks someone with excellent
technical delivery and communication skills and who is eager to
work with a group of dynamic individuals and contribute to the
growth of our Practice. Overall Responsibilities and Key
Accountabilities
- Help to develop and grow a geotechnical team in Baton
Rouge
- Participate actively and effectively in business developments
such as presentations, negotiations, proposal preparation/writing
etc.
- Support geotechnical pursuits throughout the US
- Business development to provide new opportunities to the
geotechnical team and wider Worley practice
- Provide mentoring, coaching and identify career and practice
development opportunities to junior, intermediate and senior
staff
- Monitor and advise the Managing Consultants of the state of
team/discipline systems to ensure that Advisian remains competitive
and up to date
- Coordinate with the Practice Lead, Managing Consultants and
other team members to ensure staffing levels are adequate for
project needs
- Promote a culture of zero harm within the team and associated
business
- Ensure quality and consistency in Geotechnical Engineering
Practice deliverables on projects
- Provide project management and geotechnical engineering
knowledge on projects and pursuits, including geological site
reconnaissance, geotechnical site characterization (including
overburden drilling and rock coring), geotechnical analysis
(including slope stability, seepage, dynamic responses,
trenchability, ground improvement, deep foundations, etc.),
laboratory analysis, geotechnical engineering design, geotechnical
owner's engineering and geotechnical QA/QC inspection, testing and
reporting
- Geotechnical engineering recommendations regarding, but not
limited to, seismic analysis, soil mechanics, soil and rock
engineering parameters, deep and shallow foundations, soil dynamic
parameters and site development
- Prepare report and proposals, attend and lead client meetings,
and deliver client and industry facing project overviews and
presentations
- Work as part of an integrated delivery team within our
business, comprising of other engineering disciplines, professional
environmental scientists, project delivery and project support
staff on existing and new Advisian/Worley projects. Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution plus
appropriate continuing education in civil/geotechnical engineering,
or equivalent
- Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Louisiana
- A minimum of fifteen (15) years of related experience
practicing civil and/or geotechnical, engineering on large scale
and/or complex projects
- Professional experience in other industries such as
upstream/downstream oil and gas, industrial development, and
mining, linear development (including road, rail, power and
pipeline)
- Ability to present technical information, both written and
verbally, in a concise and professional manner
- A demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, excellent
verbal and written communication skills in English
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated history of effective client engagement,
relationships and management
- Experience in preparing proposals and developing engineering
and capital cost estimates
- Demonstrated capability to conduct and supervise geotechnical
engineering through field investigations to design, and train,
mentor and develop junior and intermediate staff
- Strong level of commercial acumen, including cash collection,
workshare, change management and contract review and
management
- Self-starter, flexible team player, willing and able to work on
a wide variety of tasks and to coordinate staff Preferred
Experience / Qualifications
- Professional experience in nearshore infrastructure (ports and
terminals) is a major asset to the role
- Master's degree from an accredited institution plus appropriate
continuing education in civil/geotechnical engineering, or
equivalent
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) within other
states in the US
- Familiarity with large industrial site selection and
development, marine structure design, dredging and/or major site
investigation and field trails planning
- Seismic assessment, design including ground improvement
- Working knowledge of industry standard business support
systems, i.e. project planning packages, cost management systems,
ISO9001 quality management systems Advisian (part of the Worley
Group) offers an excellent remuneration & benefits package, a
friendly, professional, dynamic and flexible work environment along
with the opportunity to develop your career prospects within Canada
and overseas. We strive to be an industry leader in health, safety
and environmental performance. Our vision is to achieve zero harm
to people and assets, and zero environmental incidents. We select
people who share our values, beliefs and commitment to this vision
and who demonstrate the expected behaviours, competencies and
performance associated with their prospective roles within the
company. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only
those selected for interviews will be contacted. Advisian (part of
the Worley Group) is an equal opportunity employer.
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