Geotechnical Engineer
Job Description
**Title:** Geotechnical Engineer
**State Role Title:** Architect Engineer I
**Hiring Range:** $83,458 – $135,620
**Pay Band:** 5
**Agency:** VA Dept of Transportation
**Location:** Fredericksburg District Office
**Agency Website:** www.virginiadot.org/jobs
**Recruitment Type:** General Public – G
**Job Duties**
What drives you? Whether it’s knowing the work you do makes a difference, having great work/life balance, working on exciting and challenging projects, leading innovation, and championing change or simply working with a great group of people who are committed to your professional development…At the Virginia Department of Transportation, we have something for YOU!
VDOT’s Fredericksburg District has an exciting opportunity available in its Materials Department. We are seeking qualified candidates to fill a Geotechnical Engineer vacancy. This position develops and manages geotechnical subsurface explorations and pavement evaluations, performs pavement and geotechnical plan reviews and designs. They prepare analyses, reports, and recommendations on geotechnical findings and provide geotechnical engineering support and consultation for preliminary engineering, construction and maintenance activities.
Required skills for job & position:
* Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include MS Office, project management and engineering software programs
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with competing deadlines and limited resources
* Knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles and practices
* Knowledge of civil engineering concepts, construction sequence, methods, materials and practices
* Ability to interpret technical data and prepare and maintain detailed reports
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
* Knowledge of drilling operations, pavement and soils laboratory testing, and other field data acquisition techniques
* Knowledge of non-destructive testing, data analysis and reporting, calibration and quality control and assurance and related specifications
* Ability to apply engineering principles and practices
* Ability to enforce and demonstrate safety behaviors, as well as advocate and practice safety in everyday work activities
* Ability to perform various investigations, analyze problems, draw logical conclusions and make recommendations to resolve issues
* Knowledge of geology, geotechnical engineering, regional geologic formations, soils and rocks
* Ability to read and understand highway construction plans
* Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse groups
* Ability to provide detailed reports on review findings
* Knowledge of VDOT, state, and federal policies and procedures relating to transportation engineering
* Ability to negotiate outcomes and work with diverse customer groups
* Knowledge engineering specifications and standards
* Knowledge of project management procedures and principles
* Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers
* Ability to draw rational conclusions and develop solutions from analysis; make independent decisions; and manage multiple assignments
* Knowledge of new technologies and procedures and the application of statistical concepts for sampling and testing various materials
**Minimum Qualifications**
* Valid driver’s license
* Knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles and practices
* Knowledge of civil engineering concepts, construction sequence, methods, materials and practices
* Ability to gather and analyze data and prepare technical reports
* Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include engineering software
* Knowledge of drilling operations, pavement and soils testing, and other field data acquisition techniques
* Knowledge of geology, geotechnical engineering, regional geologic formations, soils and rocks
* Ability to perform various investigations, analyze problems, draw logical conclusions and make recommendations to resolve issues
* Ability to read and understand highway construction plans
* Knowledge of new technologies and procedures and the application of statistical concepts for sampling and testing various materials
**Additional Considerations**
* Knowledge of VDOT specifications, standards, programs, procedures and policies related to construction and maintenance use of materials
* Experience in geotechnical engineering
* Proficiency in navigation and use of web-based systems needed to perform the job.
* A combination of training, experience, or education in geotechnical engineering, geology or related field desired
**Special Instructions**
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants”: http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp
VDOT employees have shared Values and a Code of Ethics. http://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp Your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore, if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.
Fingerprint-based background checks, references, work history, and DMV records will be verified prior to employment. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available. VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.
This position is classified as “designated” to emergency operations and may be required to work outside of normal work hours, on weekends and holidays during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations to ensure the safety of the traveling public.
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short- and Long-Term Disability Program, a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching, Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, tuition assistance, wellness programs, etc.
State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the state recruitment platform (PageUp). State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.
This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your application account to check the status of your application for this position.
Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application/resume, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information or attach a resume. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.
**Contact Information**
Name: Priya Paranthaman
Email: priya.paranthaman@vdot.virginia.gov
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. **Equal Opportunity Employer**
