Engineering Geologist (Field Hazards) – Pittsburgh

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services is seeking an Engineering Geologist to join its team in Pittsburgh, PA. The role focuses on subsurface exploration and construction oversight, partnering with engineers on diverse projects from universities to energy facilities.

The position requires a geology degree with at least one year of practical field experience, strong mapping and hazard assessment skills, and the ability to communicate technical findings clearly. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology; MS preferred.
• 1+ years of practical geologic experience with hazard investigations.
• Experience with geologic mapping and aerial photo interpretation.
• Strong communication and teamwork; travel may be required.

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; and
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Geology

Geologic hazards

Geologic mapping

Aerial photo interpretation

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

MS degree preferred

Job description

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services is seeking an Engineering Geologist to join its team in Pittsburgh, PA. The role focuses on subsurface exploration and construction oversight, partnering with engineers on diverse projects from universities to energy facilities.

The position requires a geology degree with at least one year of practical field experience, strong mapping and hazard assessment skills, and the ability to communicate technical findings clearly. Travel may be required.