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Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Laredo, Texas

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in our Laredo, Texas office supporting our south Texas operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Geotechnical Staff Engineer is responsible for performing a variety of assignments that include independent evaluations using standard techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment to make minor adoptions and modifications to these standards.

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

+ Prepare and review Engineering reports, project plans and specifications prepared by others

+ Prepare scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments

+ Prepare proposals to provide professional services

+ Review recommendations with Principal Consultant

+ Maintain and leverage client relationships and develop new project opportunities

+ Attend client site meetings and communicate effectively with client and project teams

+ May work in the field / laboratory and perform on-site observations, sample collection, and specific tests

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree (BS) from an ABET accredited college or university in geotechnical or civil engineering discipline

+ Minimum of 15 years of geotechnical engineering experience

+ Excellent understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering and related disciplines with the ability and desire to provide creative and practical solutions to meet the client’s needs

+ PE License

+ Experience working with gINT or similar software

+ Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record

+ Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills

+ Must speak and write English fluently

+ The ability to read and understand work plans

+ Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed

+ May travel up to 15% of time

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

+ Master's degree (MS) from an ABET accredited college or university in geotechnical or civil engineering discipline

+ Management experience highly desired

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [email protected] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.