.we are seeking a geotechnical engineer with experience for our mexico city office.you will be working in knight piesold's office in polanco, mexico city with a great team of local and expatriate engineers.
the position involves frequent interaction with other offices throughout the world.
work will be in both an office and field environment with domestic and international travel to various outdoor sites determined by project needs.
*about knight piésold*knight piésold is a specialized international consulting firm offering engineering and environmental services in mining, environment, hydropower, and water resources.
we are proud of the longstanding relationships we have with our clients and delivery of exceptional services on a global scale.
*why join knight piésold?
*- you will be joining a reputable, well-established global consulting firm with nearly 100 years of industry experience.- we believe in the one team approach, with everyone working together toward achieving a shared goal.
our engineers develop their skills through working on diverse projects, our knowledge-sharing culture, a career mentoring program, and collaborating with top professionals in the industry.- we offer unique opportunities to travel and see the world while you learn, with projects around the world to take you on a career-enhancing experience and adventure.
*the role*the successful job applicant will be part of a dynamic geotechnical engineering team and will direct and review the integration of technical activities and products related to geotechnical work, including planning and participating in geotechnical site investigation/laboratory testing programs and results interpretation, geotechnical analysis, detail design, technical support during construction, reporting, and communications.
projects may include water dams, tailing dams, heap leach pads, mine waste rock dumps, heavily loaded structural foundations, and other earthworks, mining, and renewable energy facilities.
*responsibilities*- understand and be able to work effectively in the field of geotechnical engineering.- direct field work programs associated with geotechnical site investigations.- interpret in-situ data from geotechnical site investigations and analyze data from laboratory testing to determine type, classification, and geotechnical engineering characteristics of soils.- utilize the above information or information provided by others, perform geotechnical analysis and designs of, or make recommendations for, project components including excavations, dams, foundations, fluid or mine waste impoundments, spillways, pipeline or penstock anchorages.- develop or lead the development of clear and concise letters or reports to present the complete work to clients or others.- provide technical review of study reports, drawings and technical specifications