Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Overview:   UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.
Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships. As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence. 
SummaryUES has an opening for a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer in our Geotechnical Department in Chattanooga, TN. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope. The Ideal CandidateEnergetic – Passion and high energy for delivering results in a fast paced and high growth environment; autonomous, strong self-starter with a sense of urgency.Resourceful – Enjoys challenging projects, taking initiative to solve problems, and executing on deliverables.Creative – Able to tell an engaging story with an expertise in technical writing and the ability to incorporate case studies and engineering experienceTeam Player – Enjoys being on a team. Works well with others and brings a positive attitude.Adaptable – Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and remain flexible as business priorities change. If this sounds like you, we invite you to keep reading and apply! 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design of deep foundation (drilled shafts, CFA piles, micropiles), ground improvement, and retaining wall systems (CIP, MSE, Segmental Gravity, Soldier Pile and Lagging, Soil Nail, etc.)
• Formulation of design basis methodology and performance of hand/software calculations
•  Develop/maintain existing design clients through interpersonal relationships and with assistance from other senior staff.
• Manage projects from proposal preparation to final closeout
• Mentor/Assign design tasks to EIT design engineers
• Interact with CAD staff on design details and plan notes
• Communicate results of engineering analysis, calculations, plans, and recommendations to clients
• Other duties as assigned

Please note that the duties above may vary based on the changing needs of the company. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) ABET or an accredited four-year college or university in civil engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment.
• Familiarity with modern office tools including the use of computer-based programs Microsoft Office, Excel, etc. Any experience such as Settle, SLIDE, AutoCAD, LPILE, GROUP
• Possession of a valid Tennessee driver license and an acceptable driving record
• Experience with geotechnical design or specialty geotechnical construction (deep foundations, retaining walls, etc). 

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s level degree or exposure to core civil engineering disciplines through coursework (M.S. or Ph.D.) or work experience in geotechnical engineering
• Engineering/Construction background

Working Conditions

• In addition to an office setting the candidate may be exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments.
• Some weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
• May be required to drive hundreds of miles per day.
• Ability to lift/move up to 75lbs.

MissionWe are trusted engineering partners enabling the construction community through responsive, expert problem solving.We strive to be the leading environmental, inspection, testing and engineering firm by ensuring the safety, integrity, and sustainability of our community's land, foundations, and structures from deve