Engineering Geologist: Field Exploration & Hazard Mapping

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Langan is seeking an Engineering Geologist to join its Milwaukee, WI team. This role serves as a field representative during subsurface exploration and construction, collaborating with a team of engineers on projects ranging from campus improvements to hospitals and high-rise developments.

The ideal candidate holds a geology degree, up to 3 years of experience in geologic hazard work, and strong communication; willingness to travel to client sites with reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology; MS preferred.
• 0-3 years of practical experience.
• Experience with geologic hazard investigations, with emphasis on landslide, A-P fault rupture evaluations and rockfall projects.
• Experience with performing detailed geologic mapping at a professional level.
• Experience with reviewing and interpreting stereo‑paired aerial photographs.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical details to clients, co‑workers, and staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Perform geologic/seismic hazard analysis, construction observation and testing services, and other geologic- and geotechnical‑related aspects of a project;
• Develop scope and execute field investigations;
• Identify and implement field and lab work solutions;
• Identify and characterize geologic hazards in the field;
• Research and compile geologic data for projects;
• Work with engineers to provide geologic support with respect to impact of site geologic conditions to site structures;
• Develop geologic cross sections, geologic maps, and other pertinent figures for project reports;
• Prepare and review logs and reports;
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independence

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

MS preferred

Job description

Langan is seeking an Engineering Geologist to join its Milwaukee, WI team. This role serves as a field representative during subsurface exploration and construction, collaborating with a team of engineers on projects ranging from campus improvements to hospitals and high-rise developments.

The ideal candidate holds a geology degree, up to 3 years of experience in geologic hazard work, and strong communication; willingness to travel to client sites with reliable transportation.