Geotechnical Graduate Engineer

HBK is searching for a skilled Geotechnical Graduate Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will perform geotechnical analyses and design solutions for a variety of consulting projects, including those related to earth retention systems, shallow and deep foundations, slope stability, bearing capacity, settlement analysis, earth and rock engineering, and more.
HBK is transforming essential infrastructure to achieve a sustainable future and empower the communities where we live and work. 
Since first opening our doors in 1998, HBK Engineering has quickly emerged as a leader in the utility infrastructure space through our experience on smart grid, modernization, resiliency, communications, fiber to the home (FTTH), and microgrid projects. Today, we’re a Quanta Services Company—a team of 43,000 dedicated individuals offering end-to-end solutions for the utility, energy, and construction industries. 
Team members at HBK Engineering are committed to designing the future we want to live in, and safety is at the center of everything we do. HBK Engineering offers a professional environment where you’ll work alongside some of the best talent in the industry. We offer excellent benefits, competitive salary, employee resource groups, and a community-focused environment where our staff members believe in giving back. At HBK Engineering, you’ll discover a culture where the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion are exemplified by all. Better outcomes are achieved when we bring our authentic selves to work daily. 
Our sights are set on the future, and we invite you to rise to the challenge. 
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• The person in this position will work on a variety of consulting projects involving traditional geotechnical engineering analysis and designs related to:
  
  • Shallow and deep foundations.
  • Slope stability and earth stabilization.
  • Bearing capacity.
  • Settlement analysis.
  • Earth and rock engineering.
  • Horizontal Directional Drilling operations.
  • Earth retention and excavation support systems.
  • Dewatering operations.
• This position could include:

• Performing geotechnical computer modeling.
• Specifying investigation programs, testing protocols and interpreting geotechnical investigations.
• Overseeing on-site and in-laboratory material testing, and instrumentation installations.
• Conceptual and value engineering with emphasis on constructability issues.

• Projects will focus on geotechnical design and analysis including the preparation of:
  
  • Calculations and plans (including CADD work).
  • Technical memos, reports, construction specifications and other written documentation.

• The position will include field work such as:
  
  • Construction observation.
  • Subsurface investigations, in-situ testing, surveying, materials testing, and facility inspections.
  • Managing selected project tasks for scope, schedule, and budget compliance.

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in geotechnical engineering with additional coursework in structural engineering or rock mechanic preferred. Master’s Degree is a plus.
• 2– 3 years of relevant work experience with traditional geotechnical engineering.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong technical skills in a wide range of geotechnical analysis and design.
• Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to modify personal schedule as required to meet project deadlines and/or client needs.
• Computer skills including CADD, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Geotechnical computer modeling capabilities.

Travel: Minimal travel required.
Primary Location: Chicago, IL or Oak Brook, IL
Pay range: $70,000.00 to $80,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience.
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and the potential to participate in our discretionary annual incentive bonus program.
Comprehensive Benefits Package Available to Full-Time Employees:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life and AD&D
• Optional Ancillary benefits including but not limited to: Legal, Pet, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident and Voluntary Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• 401(k)/Roth retirement plans with company match
• Paid Sick, Holiday and Vacation time

Background Check and Drug Testing Information
Offers contingent upon satisfactory results from our standard background check and receipt of results of a satisfactory drug screening test from a location specified by HBK.
EEO
HBK is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.