Geotechnical Engineer

Department: Geoenvironmental

Location: Canton, MI

Description

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.

Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for an entry level Geotechnical Engineer to assist with our projects in Canton, MI!

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting site investigations to assess subsurface conditions, soil properties, and geotechnical risks.
• Performing geotechnical analyses and calculations to determine foundation design parameters, slope stability, and earthwork specifications.
• Designing foundations, retaining structures, embankments, and other geotechnical structures.
• Preparing technical reports, drawings, and specifications for construction projects.
• Collaborating with other engineering disciplines, architects, and construction teams to ensure geotechnical considerations are integrated into project designs.
• Monitoring and inspecting construction activities to ensure compliance with geotechnical design requirements and specifications.
  
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Prior experience in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, or related field is preferred, but not required.
• Have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, or have the ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• The role may involve working outdoors in various weather conditions and performing physically demanding tasks, such as lifting equipment, moving soil samples, and standing for extended periods. Willingness to travel to project sites and work in outdoor environments is required.
• Out of town travel for project assignments may be required.
  
  
  

Benefits

• 401(k) w/ company match
• Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!

It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.