Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Geosyntec Consultants as an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer in Johnson City, TN. This role offers the opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a dynamic environment involving diverse projects such as site characterization and landfill design. Geosyntec provides a unique chance to develop both technical and business skills in an innovative engineering firm known for its client service and technical leadership.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Well-being programs

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Sound understanding of soil mechanics is essential.
• Prior internship or work experience in engineering consulting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting geotechnical field investigations.
• Performing and reviewing engineering calculations.
• Writing and reviewing engineering reports.

Skills

Communication

Soil Mechanics

Health & Safety Training

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil and/or environmental engineering or geology

Advanced degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Slope/W

PLAXIS

Job description

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Overview

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

Overview

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

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer in our Johnson City, TN office. 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.

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

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conducting geotechnical field investigations;
• Monitoring heavy civil construction projects;
• 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)
  
  

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)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. (required)
• Sound understanding of soil mechanics. (essential)
• 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)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science, Consulting, and Engineering

• Industries

  Civil Engineering, Environmental Services, and Construction

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