Geotechnical Engineer

LeoForce; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Full benefit package

Career growth opportunity

Partner mentorship

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Elko, NV. This mid level role welcomes all levels of geotechnical engineers and offers relocation assistance to Northeast Nevada. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth and mentorship from partners.

The candidate will engage in field investigations, CPT data reduction, soil mechanics testing, and geotechnical modeling to support mining and municipal projects across the region.

Qualifications

• Mid level geotechnical engineering experience.
• PE licensure strongly preferred for more senior roles.
• Field investigation experience and soil logging are beneficial.
• Experience with CPT and CPT data reduction is a plus.
• Knowledge of triaxial testing, direct shear, and consolidation data reduction is desirable.
• Familiarity with slope stability, settlement, seepage modeling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Involve field investigation activities and soil logging.
• Support CPT testing and CPT data reduction.
• Perform soil mechanics analyses including triaxial testing and consolidation data.
• Utilize geotechnical modeling for slope stability, settlement, and seepage.
• Engage in advanced geotechnical work including liquefaction, seismic evaluations, and finite element modeling.

Skills

Field Investigation

CPT Data Reduction

Soil Mechanics

Geotechnical Modeling

CAD (Basic)

Liquefaction & Seismic Evaluations

Finite Element Modeling

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer

Elko,NV, US

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $75,000 - $125,000 per year

Job Details

• All levels of Geotechnical Engineers should apply
• For more senior engineers PE licensure is strongly preferred
• Field Investigation Experience: Skills in drilling methods (hollow-stem, sonic, mud-rotary), test pits, and soil logging are beneficial. Additionally, experience with cone penetrometer testing (CPT) and CPT data reduction is a plus.
• Soil Mechanics Experience: Deep knowledge of triaxial testing, direct shear tests, and consolidation data reduction. Familiarity with critical state soil mechanics is highly desirable.
• Geotechnical Modeling Experience: Proficiency in software related to slope stability, settlement, and seepage is a plus. Basic CAD skills are a benefit.
• Advanced Geotechnical Skills: Knowledge in areas such as liquefaction, seismic evaluations, and finite element modeling is advantageous.

A bit about us:

This is a growing geotechnical and engineering consulting firm that focuses on various projects across the country, including mining and drilling projects for municipal and private clients! This role will require relocation (if not local currently) to Northeast Nevada. It's a beautiful place to live with plenty of outdoor activities and sporting opportunity, including a low cost of living. No state income tax in Nevada!

Why join us?

• Track record of high level employee retention
• Relocation assistance
• Full benefit package
• Career growth opportunity as well as partner mentorship

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution of $1,250 (among the highest in industry)
• Telemedicine
• 401k (Conventional and Roth) with an employer match up to 4%
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Long Term Care
• Short Term Disability (STD) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• $500 Health and Wellness Stipend