GeoTechnical Engineer

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Sao Paulo office. As part of the Geotechnical Group, the Geotechnical Engineer assesses and analyzes the ground on which wharves, quays, buildings and other structures will be constructed/operated; examine the soil, checks the flow of underground water, and conducts other tests to ensure the stability of an area before construction begins. Development of structural/ geotechnical projects of foundations and retaining structures.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specialising in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbours, and rivers. Reflecting Moffatt & Nichol's commitment to design innovation since 1945, Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked the company No. 1 in Marine and Port Facilities and among the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists, and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, the Americas, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customised service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in three primary practise areas—coastal, environmental, and water resources; ports and harbours; and transportation, bridges, and rail.

• Prepare specifications, interpret field test data (SPT, sCPT, FVST, DMT) and estimate soil engineering properties for foundation design and soil-structure interaction (SSI)
• Recommend and monitor lab tests on items in a laboratory. Interpret results, analyze soil properties, note any contamination or other issues, and produce reports about their findings for project managers
• Perform construction site inspections and prepare inspection reports
• Perform geostructural analysis and design of waterfront structures, including bulkheads, retaining walls, deep foundations, and flood control structures
• Design wall structural components, including wales, tie rods, tiebacks, cap beams, etc., comprising local and global soil stability
• Design of buried structures
• Design and preparation of construction drawings and contract documents
• Study safety quality standards for different projects and ensure that each project adheres to these standards. Inspects foundations, observing drilling activities, and reviewing work plans as some ways geotechnical engineers ensure adherence to these standards
• Present possible project risks, evaluate seismic activities geotechnical effects, make recommendations for foundations and excavation activities, and summarize the progress of individual projects
• Resolve design problems that may include performing field investigation or inspections, detailed design work, and detailed checking of design computations done by others, or general coordination of specific design aspects into a project
• Manage and lead multidisciplinary projects, coordinating local and international professionals and subcontractors
• Manage internal and external client's needs and expectations
• Perform quality assurance reviews and adhere to Moffatt & Nichol Quality Management System
• Lead, mentor, and assist engineers and designers in developing final design plans
• Perform office-based construction administration including review of shop drawings and technical submittals
• Preparation of techno-commercial proposals for the services offered by Moffatt & Nichol

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or relevant experience
• M.Sc. degree in geotechnical engineering
• Fluency in English (Essential)
• 15+ years of experience
• Professional Engineer licensure in Brazil CREA
• Experience and proficiency with the following or equivalent geotechnical software package categories:
• Lateral pile analysis (i.e., LPile, AllPile)
• Axial pile/drilled shaft analysis (i.e., APile, AllPile, Driven, Shaft)
• Pile group analysis (i.e., Group, AllPile)
• Slope stability (i.e., Slope, Slide)
• Excavation support (i.e., DeepEX, WALLAP, Support-IT, CT Shoring Suite)
• Finite element analysis (i.e., Plaxis)
• Settlement (i.e., Settle3, FoSSA, etc.)
• Strong understanding of ABNT Standards, ACI, AISC, AASHTO, IBC, NDS, and other design codes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. Experience in Civil3D a plus
• Experience with structural analysis software (SAP, STAAD) a plus
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST

Majority of work is office based. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.