Entry Level Dams Safety Engineer

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking an Entry level Geotechnical/Dams Safety Engineer with 0 to 2 years of engineering experience for our Dam and Levee Safety Group in our Fairfield, NJ office. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of project managers and/or principals. Previous experience working on dams and levees is preferred. This office has a variety of exciting upcoming projects! A solid understanding of civil and geotechnical engineering principles and a passion to work on dams and levees are essential for this position.

GZA’s Dam and Levee Safety Group is made up predominately of geotechnical engineers. Typical project teams also include hydrologic and hydraulic engineers from our Water Resources Group and ecological professionals from our Natural Resource Group. GZA’s Fairfield Dam and Levee Safety Group routinely executes projects in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic States and occasionally in other areas of the country.

Primary Responsibilities May Include:

• Conducting fieldwork including dam and levee safety inspections, planning and observing subsurface explorations and instrumentation installations, performing construction monitoring for dam and levee rehabilitation and dam removal projects.
• Executing engineering analyses such as seepage and slope stability analyses of embankment dams and levees, toe drain and filter designs, gravity dam stability analyses, etc.
• Writing drafts of field reports, inspection/engineering reports, technical specifications, and permit applications. 
• Supporting the design of dam and levee rehabilitation projects including stability improvements, overtopping protection, seepage control, etc.    
• Preparing construction plans and technical specifications for dam rehabilitations and dam removals.
• Performing cost/quantity estimates and project scheduling.
• Assisting/supporting environmental permitting efforts for dam rehabilitation and dam removal projects.
• Assisting with submittal reviews and requests for information during construction.
• Communicating effectively and efficiently with contractors, clients, and team members.

Special Skills/Requirements:

• BS degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• MS degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus is a plus.
• 0 to 2 years of professional civil/geotechnical/dam work experience.
• Strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office proficiency is required; AutoCAD and GIS proficiency is a plus.
• Experience or academic training with geotechnical computer software packages such as GeoStudio applications is preferred. Experience with finite element analysis software such as PLAXIS is a plus, but not required.
• Occasional out-of-town travel will be required. The candidate must have a consistent means of transportation to/from project sites.

About GZA:

• Technical training and mentoring from experts in the industry.
• Professional development and enrichment.
• Exciting, collaborative, and friendly work environment.
• Eligible for annual performance bonus.
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401K retirement plan

GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of more than 50 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environment. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on geotechnical, environmental, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and location.

GZA is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and mentoring of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous opportunities for learning, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee-owned, professional firm.

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is an Affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.

Note to Staffing Agencies:

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.