civil engineer

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Job Summary: Wood is seeking a Civil Engineer specializing in Geotechnics for engineering projects in the Oil & Gas sector, focusing on geotechnical analysis and foundation design. Key Highlights: 1. Opportunity to lead geotechnical design on complex energy projects. 2. Be part of a global team with professional development opportunities. 3. Work on significant projects in the Oil & Gas sector. Wood is seeking a Civil Engineer to join its Projects business unit, focusing on the Oil, Gas and New Energies (OGNE) area. This opportunity is onsite. **The Role** Wood Colombia is seeking a Professional Civil Engineering team member specializing in Geotechnics, with a minimum of 10 years’ specific experience in engineering projects within the Oil & Gas sector, to serve as a Geotechnical Engineer. Based in Bogotá, experience required in shallow and deep foundation design, with knowledge of soil-structure interaction analysis and geotechnical analysis. **Our Clients and Projects** Designing the future. Transforming the world. Wood’s Oil, Gas and New Energies business is built upon a strong track record of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies worldwide. **What We Can Offer:** * Significant and interesting projects delivered to industry leaders in the Oil & Gas sector. * Flexible work arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs. * Commitment to diversity and inclusion across our entire company, with employee networks dedicated to giving voice to all employees. * Flexible benefits package adaptable to your lifestyle. * Commitment to continuous professional development through customized development plans. * Global connections with industry-leading experts. * Always comply with Company Corporate and Local Policies and align with our Corporate Values. * Ensure compliance with the Company’s quality procedures and standards. * Perform geotechnical analysis, calculation, and recommendation of shallow (footings, rafts, etc.) or deep (driven piles, pre-excavated with/without casing, CFA, etc.) foundation systems per structure/facility. * Soil improvement using rigid inclusions/CMC for tanks. * Design various pile testing systems to define the optimal foundation alternative for different types of project equipment and structures, considering results obtained during execution. * Ensure designs conform to applicable national and international codes and standards for the project. * Ensure designs meet client technical specifications and sound engineering practices. * Review/Participate in technical review workshops such as Peer Review, Design Review, Constructability, etc. * Comply with the quality procedure for reviewing project engineering deliverables. * Support Zone Civil Leads and Project Civil Focal Points in technical planning and execution, inspections, reviews, audits, etc., per TechX. * Contribute to solving engineering problems by applying accepted principles, codes, standards, and applicable procedures. * Perform any other responsibilities assigned by your immediate supervisor and aligned with Company needs. * Ensure responsible and efficient use of organizational assets (tools, materials, equipment, information) assigned for performing duties. * Attend internal discipline meetings with the project and with the client. * Attend site visits if required. * Review/Participate in technical review workshops such as Peer Review, Design Review, Constructability, etc. * Perform any other responsibilities assigned by your immediate supervisor and aligned with Company needs. * Ensure responsible and efficient use of organizational assets (tools, materials, equipment, information). **What Makes You Extraordinary?** At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunity and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don’t meet every statement below, but feel you have some of the relevant experience, knowledge, or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. **Required:** * Proficiency in finite element modeling software including PLAXIS 3D, SLIDE, GEOSTUDIO, ALL PILE (preferred). * Microsoft Office. * Experience in the Oil & Gas sector. **Desirable:** * Teamwork * Communication and active listening * Initiative * Attention to detail * Results orientation Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping solve critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We deliver consulting, projects, and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing approximately 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com **Diversity Statement** We are an equal opportunity employer and recognize the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment based on objective criteria without regard to the following (non-exhaustive list): race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws.