Field Engineer

Davita Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Field Engineer near Nashville, TN to support construction projects. This role involves applying academic knowledge in real-world situations, monitoring construction activities, and ensuring quality assurance. Ideal candidates will have a degree in civil or geotechnical engineering and relevant field experience.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Well-being programs

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of work experience in engineering consulting.
• Regular field work and overnight travel required.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Monitor activities on job sites and ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Prepare daily field reports and ensure documentation is correct.
• Conduct geotechnical field investigations and monitor civil construction projects.

Skills

Engineering consulting

Field work

Health & Safety training

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering

Advanced degree in the same

Professional registration (i.e., P.E. P.G)

Tools

AutoCAD

Slope/W

PLAXIS

Job description

Field Engineer

Primary Location

US-TN-Nashville

ID

2025-3637

Category

Early Career

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Remote

No

Additional Location

US-MA-Acton

Overview

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Field Engineer based onsite near Nashville, TN supporting our Acton, MA operations. The position will provide the opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world situations on projects involving active construction, including construction quality assurance (CQA) for various earthwork, water treatment, instrumentation, and civil and geotechnical construction projects. The selected candidate will also learn the business skills needed for a successful consulting and construction career through applications directly on a construction site. This role provides a unique setting and opportunities for technical and responsibility growth for the right candidate.

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

Monitor activities on job sites to ensure compliance with relevant contract documents (e.g. technical specifications, construction drawings, sampling plans, CQA plans etc.);
• Prepare daily field reports, weekly field reports, & progress reports;
• Ensure project documentation is correct and consistent with company policy & procedures;
• Conduct geotechnical field investigations;
• Monitor heavy civil construction projects;
• Perform and review engineering calculations;
• Perform dam, levee, and CCR facility inspections and assistance with evaluations;
• Develop construction documents; and
• Write and review engineering reports.
• Fieldwork: Up to 90%
• Overnight Travel: Limited, if based in Nashville The intended project site is local to Nashville. However, other opportunities requiring travel may become available.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering, or geology. (required)
• Advanced degree in the same. (preferred)
• Professional registration (i.e., P.E. P.G) (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 2 years of work experience in engineering consulting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• 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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