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Mid-Level Geotechnical / Pavement Engineer

Employment Category/Status: Permanent, Full-time, Part-time/Per-diem

Location: 1010 Berlin Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

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Position Overview:

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KMA Consulting Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical / Pavement Field Engineer with 3 to 7 years of experience to join our growing Geotechnical and Pavement Engineering Departments in KMA's Cherry Hill, NJ office. The candidate will assist in the geotechnical and pavement designs of transportation engineering projects in a field and office setting. Candidates should have a background with test boring inspection, in-situ testing, pavement core inspection, pavement field tests (FWD, DCP, etc.), technical analyses/calculations, and writing of engineering reports. Experience with NJDOT, PennDOT, NJTA, NJ and PA Counties and/or other MPO’s is a plus..  

 

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Responsibilities: â€‹

  • Obtain geotechnical data/provide oversight of drilling and other geotechnical investigation/data gathering programs including logging of borings, test pits, and pavement cores

  • Develop and apply knowledge of the project-area geology and develop geotechnical engineering properties​

  • Review geotechnical laboratory data for conformance with applicable testing standards

  • Prepare and complete geotechnical engineering analyses and designs

  • Work closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects

  • Help check work of project team members including subconsultants

  • Perform construction observation of earthwork, foundation installation, wall construction and pavement construction

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Requirements:

  • ​​Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university/program

  • Familiarity with CADD software platforms: Bentley MicroStation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D

  • Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD design methodology and DOT design requirements

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite​

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Preferences:

  • Master of Science in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical or Geology focus)​

  • Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification and/or Professional Engineer (PE) License

  • Proficiency with geotechnical software (e.g. APile, LPile, GRLWEAP, DeepEX, GROUP, SHAFT)

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Travel:

​Occasional need to drive/travel to work sites (mostly day travel within NJ with the possibility for some overnight travel to adjoining states).  Must have a valid driver’s license.  Company vehicles will be made available.

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Benefits:​

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Long Term Disability

  • Paid Vacation

  • Paid Sick Leave

  • Paid Federal Holidays

  • Jury Duty Leave

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Professional Registration/Licensing and Certification Reimbursement

  • Professional Association/Organization Fee Reimbursement

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Corporate Overview:

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Founded in 2003, KMA Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a dynamic and rapidly growing multi-disciplined engineering firm. KMA has statewide capabilities in Highway, Structural, Geotechnical, Pavement, Hydraulics/Hydrology, Construction Engineering, as well as Utility Investigations, Photogrammetric Mapping, Surveying, Traffic Control Services, Traffic Data Collection and Analysis, and Environmental Services.

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KMA prioritizes the highest standards of professional ethics and conduct. Through a professional, team-oriented atmosphere, KMA delivers a high-quality product and service of a larger firm, while maintaining client relations and a personal touch of a small firm.

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To Apply:

Interested candidates please email their resume to careers@kmapc.net

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**In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hiring.

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KMA Consulting Engineers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.  KMA does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local laws.

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