Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer - 2027 Graduate

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking an Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer - 2027 Graduate to apply academic knowledge to real-world site characterization, foundation design, and geotechnical instrumentation on challenging projects.

The role involves field investigations, data analysis, report writing, and collaboration with teams across disciplines. A Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering or geology is required, with EIT and an advanced degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil and/or environmental engineering or geology (required).
• Advanced degree (preferred).
• EIT certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Conducting geotechnical field investigations.
• Monitoring heavy civil construction projects.
• Installation and monitoring of geotechnical instrumentation.
• Performing and reviewing engineering calculations.
• Earthquake engineering.
• Landfill design and permitting.
• Dam and levee evaluations.
• Developing construction documents.
• Writing and reviewing engineering reports.

Skills

Field work

Travel readiness

EIT prep

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering or geology

Advanced degree (preferred)

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Slope/W

PLAXIS

Job description

Overview

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

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer - 2027 Graduate in our Chattanooga, TN office looking to start their professional career around May of 2027. The position will have the opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world situations on projects involving site characterization; landfill design and construction; earth retaining structures; deep and soft/weak foundations; dams and water containment structures; forensic investigations and litigation support; geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring; numerical analysis of stability and deformation; and geohazard / earthquake characterization / mitigation, while learning 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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducting geotechnical field investigations;
• Monitoring heavy civil construction projects;
• Installation and monitoring of geotechnical instrumentation;
• Performing and reviewing engineering calculations;
• Earthquake engineering;
• Landfill design and permitting;
• Dam and levee evaluations;
• Developing construction documents; and
• Writing and reviewing engineering reports.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in civil and/or environmental engineering or geology. (required)
• Advanced degree the same. (preferred)
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, if applicable. (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Prior internship or work experience in engineering consulting. (preferred)
• 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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