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Civil / Geotechnical Engineer - Environmental

Boston, MAHybridFull Time$63,600–$111,300 /yrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • technical specifications
  • slope stability
  • settlement analysis
  • finite element analysis
  • field investigation
  • boring logs
  • subsurface soil profiles

Nice to have

  • remedial design
  • construction
  • CAD
  • Plaxis
  • RocScience
  • GeoStudio

Role summary

Parsons is seeking a Geotechnical/Civil Engineer to support major geotechnical and geo-environmental projects. Responsibilities include performing geotechnical and civil engineering tasks for hazardous and solid waste projects, writing design reports and specifications, coordinating field and laboratory investigations, and performing engineering calculations. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 3+ years of experience and proficiency in written and oral communication. Familiarity with CAD, geotechnical software (Plaxis, RocScience, GeoStudio), and an EIT certificate are preferred. This position is part of the Critical Infrastructure team and offers a salary range of $63,600.00 - $111,300.00 annually.

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Geotechnical/Civil Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will work with a team of engineers, supporting various major geotechnical and geo-environmental projects including investigation, design and construction projects. 


What You'll Be Doing:

  • Perform a variety of geotechnical / civil engineering tasks to complete designs for hazardous and solid waste projects including barrier walls (slurry techniques, sheet piles), landfills, excavations, and solidification projects. 
  • Write design reports and memos supporting environmental projects.
  • Assist in developing design drawings and writing technical specifications.
  • Perform and / or coordinate engineering calculations, such as slope stability, settlement and finite element analysis.
  • Develop and / or coordinate field investigation programs.
  • Complete investigation and construction field assignments (as needed).
  • Review boring logs and develop subsurface soil profiles.
  • Coordinate laboratory testing programs and analyze and interpret laboratory test results.
  • Work effectively and collaboratively with project team.
  • Obtain the necessary management skills to grow into a Task Manager / Project Manager / Technical Lead position. 
  • Candidate must also implement behavior-based safety tools to achieve incident free operations (no personal injuries, property damage or environmental releases) for both client and Parsons.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering (or related field) and typically 3+ years of related work experience. In addition, an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certificate may be required (or other related
  • 3+ years of related work experience in remedial design and construction is preferred (not required).
  • Familiarity with CAD is preferred (not required).
  • Familiarity with geotechnical software packages such as Plaxis, RocScience and GeoStudio is preferred (not required).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft software and various computer software applications.
  • Requires a demonstrated proficiency in both written and oral communication skills.
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) Certificate is preferred (not required). 

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $63,600.00 - $111,300.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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