Entry Level Staff Civil, Geological or Geotechnical Engineer

Brierley Associates Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Brierley Associates Corporation seeks entry-level staff engineers in the Boston area. You will support geotechnical, geological, and civil projects related to underground structures like tunnels, shafts, and caverns.

The role emphasizes design computations, drawings, and on-site exploration. Ideal candidates have a BS (MS preferred) in geotechnical or civil engineering, graduate by Dec 2026 or Jun 2027, and strong communication and multi-tasking skills.

Qualifications

• BS degree (MS preferred) in geotechnical, geotechnical, or civil engineering from an accredited university.
• Graduating by December 2026 or June 2027.
• Candidates must be highly motivated and possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work under strict deadlines, and collaborate with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design computations, calculations, and quantity estimates.
• Layout and detailing of engineering drawings.
• Write reports and documentation.
• Conduct on-site geotechnical exploration and site investigations (soil/rock logging).
• Perform construction site visits and monitor progress.
• Assist in client communications and report preparation.
• Provide technical assistance across Brierley offices.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Deadline oriented

Education

BS in geotechnical, geotechnical, or civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD – Civil3D

Autodesk

Mathcad

GIS

RISA/STAAD/Robot

Job description

Brierley Associates is seeking qualified candidates to join our team as entry-level staff engineer.Candidates must have graduated or be graduating by December 2026 or June 2027 with a BS degree (MS preferred) in geotechnical, geotechnical, or civil engineering from an accredited university. Candidates must be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills. The ability to multi-task, work under strict deadlines, and collaborate is essential.This is an entry-level position with 0-5 years of experience required.Responsibilities include technical/engineering support of geotechnical/geological/structural systems, primarily pertaining to the design of underground structure such as tunnels, shafts, and caverns. This will include performing tasks such as:

• Preparing design computations, calculations, and quantity estimates
• Layout and detailing of engineering drawings
• Report writing
• Conducting and overseeing on-site geotechnical exploration and investigation programs (including the logging of soil and rock samples)
• Construction site visits to monitor progress and other elements of contract documents.
• Assist in client communications
• Assist in the preparation or modification of reports, specifications, and plans
• Problem-solving with other engineers and contractors
• Providing technical assistance to other Brierley offices.

• AutoCAD – Civil3D
• Autodesk
• Mathcad
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Structural Analysis Software (RISA, STAAD, Robot, etc.)