Senior Geotechnical Engineer (PE) - Offshore Wind
New York

Regular, Full Time
Hybrid

Do you want to join one of the leading engineering consulting companies in the growing US offshore wind industry? Can you work in a high-demand, fast-paced market that requires high-quality and efficient production? And are you an experienced engineer who can support us in providing solutions for customers in the offshore wind foundation market? Then, this could be the next adventure in your career.

Create the solutions that will enable a better tomorrow
We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support our North American team. You will work on exciting infrastructure projects in the Offshore Wind market, joining a professional team known for technical expertise, design leadership, project management, and specialized engineering.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

Collaborate and work cross-functionally with senior practitioners and project managers in the design and analysis of foundations (e.g. monopile, jacket, gravity-based, etc.) for offshore wind turbines, offshore electrical substations, and port facilities in support of all phases of the project lifecycle, including planning, design, construction, operation, and decommissioning by providing geotechnical and foundation expertise
Analyze geotechnical data from site investigations, drilling programs, and laboratory tests
Interpret soil parameters and geotechnical characteristics to inform foundation design parameters
Perform 2-D and 3-D soil-structure interaction, geotechnical, and dynamic analysis using advanced finite element software under various loading conditions
Prepare design deliverable documents and execute quality control validation of detailed calculations, design drawings, and specifications
Perform occasional on-site engagement at client offices as dictated by project needs, with an estimated 10% of tasks performed away from the office
Have frequent in-person and virtual interfaces with the Project Director, Technical Leads, Project Manager, design team, BIM/CADD team, etc.
Participate in regular client meetings to discuss geotechnical aspects of the project, provide updates, and address any client concerns

Your skills. Our team. Together we design the future.

The first step to success in this role is that you are eager to collaborate with the people around you, whether they are colleagues, partners, or customers. Developing ties with others is something you do by acting respectfully and delivering on your promises. And you never get set in your ways but keep exploring new insights and ways to improve.

On top of that, you will have:

A M.S. or higher degree in Geotechnical Engineering, focusing on the design of deep foundations
A Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) or can obtain the same within 12 months of employment
A min. of 10+ years’ experience working as a geotechnical engineer in offshore wind foundation design and analysis
Experience and proficiency with finite element software (PLAXIS 2-D and 3-D, SESAM, and ABAQUS), offshore codes (API, DNVGL, ISO, etc.), and programming languages (Python and MATLAB)
In-depth knowledge of soil plasticity theories and demonstrating a comprehensive grasp of the mechanical behavior of soils under various loading conditions including but not limited to static and cyclic loadings
Experience in soil-structure interaction and preparing and checking engineering designs and calculations for deep foundations in the marine environment

A place to work and so much more

At COWI, we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity – and sometimes even our courage – to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. That is why we say no to fossil-based projects and aspire to have 100% of our revenue come from activities that move our customers towards sustainability.

We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home.

With offices primarily located in the Nordic region, the UK, North America and India, we are currently more than 8,000 people who bring their expertise in engineering, architecture, energy and environment into play.

What we also offer:

Being part of the COWI community offers more than just a competitive salary. We take care of our people both professionally and personally.

Some of our benefits include:

Flexible working arrangement | Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave | Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share | Full time hires get minimum 3 weeks vacation to start | Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity | Paid sick leave | Annual fitness subsidy - yes, you can use this for a ski pass, yoga, or gym membership | 401K contribution matching with generous company match | Personal and professional development fund | Parking or public transit allowance | Medical, dental, and vision insurance 80% employer-paid premiums | Employee Assistance Program (EAP) | STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance | Referral incentive program| Frequent social events

Base compensation: $94,400 to $133,000 for New York location only. Actual compensation is subject to variations due to education, experience, skill set, and location.

Got more questions?

Get to know us even better at our website, www.cowi.com, where you can learn more about our projects, our strategy, what we want to achieve and what life is like at COWI.

Equal opportunity employer

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