Staff Professional/Engineer

Description

Your role at GEI.

The Madison, Wisconsin office of GEI Consultants, Inc. (GEI) is seeking a Staff Professional with a background in environmental, civil, geotechnical, or water resources engineering. Under supervision of senior staff, this individual will provide support to ongoing field and engineering design and construction efforts. Projects may include those related to solid waste landfills, environmental investigation, remediation, and compliance; dams and hydropower facilities, and site development. Candidate will provide office support, data management, and technical report development. Field activities will include coordination and documentation of geotechnical and environmental soil borings; installation of wells and geotechnical instrumentation; collection of groundwater, sediment, and soil samples; and oversight and documentation during construction. Activities may also include inspections, permitting and creation of record documents for dams and landfills.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Support services in one or more of the following engineering disciplines: Environmental (Compliance, Due Diligence, Investigations), Geotechnical Engineering (Slope Stability, Seepage, Foundations), Solid Waste (Landfill Design and Construction Quality Assurance), Civil Engineering (Site Development), or Water Resources (Hydrology and Hydraulics).
  
• Support the development of decision-making documents such as feasibility studies and cost estimates, design and procurement documents such as engineering drawings and specification packages, and tools for contractor bid evaluation and oversight.
  
• Support site investigations and site assessments including soil borings and testing, environmental sampling, facility inspections, sampling of groundwater, soil, soil vapor, storm water, and wastewater; and technical oversight of subcontractors.
  
• Collect geotechnical/environmental/structural data at sites.
  
• Support data management and engineering analysis, technical report development, and assist in preparation of technical presentations and proposals to clients and regulators.
  
• Perform construction observation and documentation, materials testing services, and data collection for dams, landfills, buildings, and other infrastructure projects.
  
• Support the completion of Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure, Plans, and other related environmental reports, permits, and documents.
  
• This position has a field component, so travel for extended durations may be required. Candidates should be prepared to work in inclement conditions.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil, Environmental, Geotechnical or Geological Engineering, Waste Management and Environmental Protection, or related degree; M.S. is desirable.
  
• E.I.T. or G.I.T. is desirable, and ability to work towards professional registration.
  
• 0-4 years of previous professional experience in civil/geotechnical/environmental engineering and consulting; knowledge and familiarity with engineering design processes.
  
• 40 hr. HAZWOPER is desirable.
  
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
  
• Excellent computer skills with technical analysis software, MS Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, and other computer applications. CAD, Civil 3D, and GIS experience is desirable.
  
• Experience with geotechnical analysis software, such as GeoStudio (SEEP/W, SLOPE/W or SIGMA/W) is desirable.
  
• Ability to work well alone and in a team atmosphere.
  
• Ability and willingness to travel for short-term and long-term field assignments as needed.
  
• Willingness and ability to perform field tasks and oversight.
  
• Valid U.S. driver�s license.
  

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded - which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes* Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus

• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
  
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
  
• Commuter Benefits
  
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
  
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
  
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
  
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
  
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
  
• Rewards and Recognition
  
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
  
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
  
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  
• And More…
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level)

(in pounds)

X

Lifting (waist level and above)

(in pounds)

X

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

Bending

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

Squat/kneel/crawl

X

Wrist position deviation

X

Pinching/fine motor skills

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Taste or smell (taste=never)

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

Weight around 50 lbs

Usual workday hours:

X

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.