Geotechnical Engineer

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Job summary – We are hiring a Geotechnical Engineer in Los Angeles to help us expand our Goseismic offering in the local market. The ideal candidate will have a focused and specialized skill set, excellent communication skills and be well connected in the Los Angeles geotechnical community.  

 Responsibilities: 

·       Planning and executing subsurface investigation and laboratory testing programs. 

·       Perform advanced analyses for site-specific ground motion modeling, seismic source characterization and ground motion hazard analysis. 

·       Performing numerical analysis using various sophisticated engineering software for seismic site response analyses, liquefaction susceptibility, slopes, excavations, foundations, and underground structures, etc. 

·       Performing geotechnical design and analysis for foundations, embankments, retaining walls, excavations, and underground structures. 

·       Interacting with structural engineers and collaborating in the design of building foundations, bridge foundations, tunnels etc. 

·       Performing numerical analysis using various sophisticated engineering software for seismic site response analyses, slopes, excavations, foundations, and underground structures, etc. 

·       Knowledge in numerical modelling software such as PLAXIS-3D, LSDyna and FLAC. 

·       Evaluating and assessing data from field instrumentation (settlement, ground movement around excavations and load tests of piles and anchors) to calibrate predicted performance with actual performance. 

·       Preparing geotechnical reports and recommendations 

·       Assist with administrative duties or management support as assigned by sub-group leader 

·       Assist and eventually lead business development activities 

Qualifications: 

·       Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Ph.D. preferred. 

·       PE in California preferred. 

·       Minimum 4 years of experience in geotechnical and/or tunnel engineering practice with emphasis on major bridges or heavy civil structures. 

·       Familiarity with soil-structure interaction problems in a variety of soil conditions 

·       Working knowledge of seismic analysis and codes 

·       Proven experience in geotechnical project planning, analyses, design and preparation of deliverables 

Qualities: 

·       Comfortable balancing multiple roles and responsibilities in high stress situations 

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills (ability to communicate effectively with clients, regulators, and junior staff) 

·       Ability to communicate and coordinate work within an integrated multidisciplinary team 

Notable projects: 

·       BART to Silicon Valley, CP2, San Jose, CA 

·       LA Metro UCLA Station SSI 

·       LA Metro Crenshaw / LAX 

·       I-405, Los Angeles, CA 

·       181 Fremont, San Francisco, CA 

·       Salesforce Tower, San Francisco, CA 

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Los Angeles is $92,000 to $105,000 per year. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Seattle will differ.  

Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future. 

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available. 

Arup is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.