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Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldâs most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer Task Lead to serve as a technical leader on transportation projects with the focus on design to work out of any of our New York Metro offices: Bloomfield, NJ; Piscataway, NJ or New York, NY.Key Responsibilities:Project Leadership:

• Oversee geotechnical engineering investigations, ensuring all work aligns with project budgets and schedules with minimal supervision.
• Lead the preparation of geotechnical reports and construction documents, including subsurface exploration programs and laboratory testing assignments.
• Act as a senior technical resource, providing specialized input and serving as a technical advisor for teams as needed.
• Coordinate project deliverables with interdisciplinary teams and participate in quality control reviews of design calculations, drawings, and documentation.

Technical Analysis & Design:

• Perform detailed evaluations of ground conditions to assess impacts on design and construction.
• Conduct pile analysis, slope stability, settlement analysis, ground improvement, and seepage analysis.
• Utilize geotechnical software, including APILE, LPILE, GROUP, SEEPW, SLOPEW, and GRLWEAP, for complex engineering analysis and design.

Mentorship & Team Coordination:

• Provide guidance to entry-level engineers and support staff to facilitate successful project completion.
• Coordinate team members to ensure project needs and schedules are met, balancing independent and team-based work.

Client Interaction:

• Maintain effective communication with clients, participating in meetings to review project progress, address technical concerns, and provide expertise.

QualificationsMinimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• New York Professional Engineering License (PE).

Preferred Qualifications:

• New Jersey PE.
• Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
• 10 years of experience preferred.
• Experience with NYSDOT, and NJDOT.
• Ability to prepare geotechnical engineering reports and construction documents
• Has competent analysis/design experience with slope stability (Computer software – Slope W), retaining walls, shallow and deep foundations.
• Experience with APile, Group, Lpile, Seepage analysis SeepW, settlement analysis, Bulkhead and Support of Excavation Analysis.
• Strong computer skills including extensive knowledge of technical software; PLAXIS or MIDAS preferred.

Additional Information

• ponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $170,000.00 - $200,000.00.About AECOMAECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.What makes AECOM a great place to workYou will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.ReqID: J10131225Business Line: TransportationBusiness Group: DCSStrategic Business Unit: EastCareer Area: EngineeringWork Location Model: HybridLegal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
• IndustriesArchitecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction

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