Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer - Military veterans preferred

United States of America - Maryland, Germantown

Job Summary

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer for employment in the Germantown, MD office. AECOM is pleased to include you in a unique development opportunity, the Graduate Development Program (GDP). This program is designed to support your assimilation into the organization and assist with creating a foundation of knowledge for a successful career at AECOM. You will gain experience in your discipline through learning on the job and participate in development opportunities during the program, including access to AECOM's social media resources, group mentoring, and professional networking. The program also has learning activities that will be available to you, including webinars and on-line programs.

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture, and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to work on projects nationally or internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, those listed below:

• Performing geotechnical tasks and working closely with other disciplines to meet the project needs

• Oversight of a variety of subsurface investigation programs.

• Adhere to AECOM safety culture and maintaining safe work environment

• Assigning geotechnical laboratory testing

• Performing design calculations for pavements, shallow and deep foundation, tunnel components, and retaining walls, temporary and permanent support of excavation, settlement analysis, ground improvement analyses, slope stability analyses, seepage analyses,

• Prepare of engineering reports

• Performing construction oversight

• Potential for international travel

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States Work Authorization

Minimum Requirements

• B.S. in Geotechnical Engineering

• Thorough understanding of the concepts of soil mechanics

• Experience with pavement design, shallow and deep foundations, slope stability

• Experience with gINT, Geostudio and pavement design software

• A minimum of 0-2 years of demonstrated experience in the field and office.

• EIT Certification

• Ability to work in inclement weather

• Ability to lift 50 lbs

• Valid Driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering

• Knowledge of geology within Virginia, Maryland and District of Columbia

• Experience in monitoring fill placement, pile driving and general geotechnical construction

• Demonstrated hands-on experience of conducting large scale subsurface investigations using various drilling methodologies.

• Experience with geotechnical laboratory testing.

• Experience with installation and monitoring of instrumentation

• Experience with technical report writing

• Strong written and oral communication, quantitative and interpersonal skills

What We Offer

When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is

pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions

inclusion, diversity and overall

employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our

core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only

delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Engineering - Civil

Business Line Water

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United States of America

Position Status Full-Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 220902BR

Clearance Required No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.