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| Job Ref: | 36177 |
| Employer: |
Bechtel. |
| City: | London |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Industries: | Engineering Services |
| Job Description: |
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SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION • Plans and conducts independent work within a global business unit requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of geotechnical engineering techniques, procedures and criteria. • Has working knowledge of the principles, practices and precedents in the geotechnical specialty area and similar familiarity of related technical areas. • Coordinates geotechnical work with other technical disciplines. • Understands the standard engineering work planning, scheduling and cost estimating. • Conducts independent work requiring judgment in the application of engineering techniques, generally using conventional approaches to technical problems. • Provides technical direction to other disciplines on specialty issues. EDUCATION An advanced degree in geotechnical engineering (MS required, PhD preferred) from an accredited college or university, DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION JOB DIMENSIONS: Supervision Received: Performs most assignments independently with instructions as to the general results expected but receives technical guidance from engineering specialists and /or supervisors on unusual or complex problems. Supervision Exercised: Provides technical direction and assigns work to subordinate engineers, designers, drafters, technicians and others who assist in performing specific assignments. Contacts: Independently contacts vendor representatives and project field personnel to gather or give information and contacts client counterparts as directed. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates detailed phases of engineering work for a global business unit usually in one discipline in a project or staff group. The role performs work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include complex features such as resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials and/or difficult coordination requirements. Performs work using Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs) and appropriate 2-D and 3-D computer aided design and computer aided engineering (CAD and CAE) tools. Plans, coordinates or prepares equipment or work specifications, bid evaluations and award recommendations for geotechnical engineering investigations and related construction tools, methods, equipment and subcontracts. Candidate should have expertise with related geotechnical in-situ and laboratory testing. Must be familiar (both office and field experience) with geotechnical site investigations, including planning, development, contracting and execution of geotechnical and geophysical programs. Evaluates available geotechnical data and evaluate corresponding geotechnical design parameters. Performs geotechnical analysis and design for deep and shallow foundations, sheet pile structures and other geotechnical related structures or structural elements. Assesses dynamic impedance of individual and group piles. Supports pile installations by developing driving criteria and conducting driveability analyses. Is familiar with machine foundations - dynamic response and associated designs. Performs pavement design and analysis. Performs geotechnical assessments and related design related to settlement, lateral foundation design, pile capacity determination (including downdrag). Evaluates or designs preloading systems, including the related settlement and time-rate analyses. Supports construction heavy-lift assessments and designs. Assists in on-the-job-training of assigned personnel and provides input for their performance evaluations. Prepares letters to vendors and clients. Reviews bid analyses and make recommendation. Prepares or assist in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports or proposals. Performs or assists in problem analysis and original design. Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of cost estimates, quantity take-offs and staffing requirements for proposals, forecasts and change orders. Reviews and checks work of subordinate engineers. Services department procedures and relevant Bechtel design guides. JOB KNOWLEDGE: Required Thorough knowledge of Geotechnical and familiarity of Hydrology Engineering Services techniques, the design of engineered systems, and design calculations Multi-tasking abilities, independent thinker with strong organizational skills able to function in a group environment Understanding the application of geotechnical and hydrology engineering Broad knowledge of the applications from engineering to facility constructability as applied to construction methods and materials. Advantageous A professional license or accreditation in an appropriate engineering discipline from a recognized licensing board. Knowledge of current computer applications for engineering and design including appropriate knowledge of CAD (both 2-D and 3-D), finite element methods, lateral and vertical pile capacity, slope stability, and relevant Bechtel standard computer applications to perform the work. Specific computer applications including PLAXIS-3D, FLAC-3D, UniSettle, LPILE, SASSI, APILE, GROUP, Shaft, Dyna5, GRLWEAP and Surfer. Working knowledge of non-linear constitutive models for geological material as applied in FEM codes. Understanding of engineering planning and control methods including computerized methods. Understanding of the roles played by other Bechtel engineering and construction departments on projects including basic construction practices and the economics involved.. Understanding of industry or regulatory codes, standards and design criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline. Skill in oral and written communication. Specialized courses in relevant, general and geotechnical engineering or appropriate engineering disciplines. Understanding of principles, with working knowledge of precedents and practices in the geotechnical area and of coordinating work with other technical disciplines. Experience in planning and coordinating work that requires judgment in the application and substantial adaptation of engineering techniques. Performing standard discipline engineering activities on projects of relatively small size and complexity within the business line with pre- defined technical oversight. Providing technical direction for specific tasks and assigning work to subordinate engineers, designers, drafters or project sub-groups. Bechtel is among the most respected engineering, procurement, and construction companies in the world. We stand apart for our ability to get the job done right- no matter how big, how complex or how remote. The reliability of our performance, the enduring quality of our projects, the strength of our ethics, and the seriousness of our commitment to safety and sustainability are evident in everything we do. Bechtel delivers for its customers what others can only promise. Build your career as you build some of the most challenging and complex projects in the world today. Bechtel is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (AA/EOE). |
| Post Date: | 01/02/2013 |
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