Early-Career Civil / Geotechnical Field Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants; Knoxville (TN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and established engineering firm is seeking an Early-Career Civil/Geotechnical Field Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects that address environmental and civil infrastructure challenges. With a focus on field investigations and geotechnical analyses, you will develop essential consulting skills while working in a collaborative environment. The position allows for flexibility, with options to work from various locations, including remote work. If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Health and wellness programs

Flexible work locations

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering required.
• 2+ years of experience in engineering consulting preferred.
• Fieldwork and travel required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical field investigations and monitor projects.
• Prepare engineering reports and design calculations.
• Manage small projects and support proposal preparations.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Field Investigations

Project Management

AutoCAD

Slope/W

PLAXIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Advanced degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Slope/W

PLAXIS

Job description

Early-Career Civil / Geotechnical Field Engineer

Primary Location

US-TN-Johnson City

ID

2024-3088

Category

Early Career

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Remote

Yes

Additional Location

US-TN-Knoxville

Additional Location

US-TX-Red Bluff

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity on a project site in Red Bluff, TX for a Civil / Geotechnical Field Engineer to join our geotechnical practice in Johnson City, TN where you can work from our Johnson City, Knoxville, TN office, Red Bluff, TX or remotely from your home-office. Apply your engineering skills to projects involving field work and support, coal combustion residuals, dams and levees, numerical analysis, geotechnical exploration, instrumentation and monitoring, and geohazards while further developing the business skills needed for a successful consulting career.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conducting geotechnical field investigations;
• Monitoring heavy civil construction projects;
• Civil design, landfill design, and site layout;
• Dam and levee evaluations;
• Geotechnical engineering analyses such as slope stability, settlement, bearing capacity, seismic, and seepage;
• Geotechnical site characterization;
• Small project/task management and proposal preparation support;
• Preparation of engineering reports, design calculations, drawings, technical specifications, and permit applications; and
• Fieldwork associated with design and construction services.
• Fieldwork: Up to 90%
• Overnight Travel: Up to 90%
• Current fieldwork is based out of the Red Bluff, TX area.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering. (required)
• Advanced degree in civil or geotechnical engineering. (preferred)
• Professional registration (i.e., P.E.) (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 2 years (5+ preferred) of work experience in engineering consulting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Experience with geotechnical and engineering software such as AutoCAD, Slope/W, and PLAXIS. (preferred)
• Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

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