Geotechnical Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA with employer contribution

Telemedicine

401k

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD/LTD Insurance

Wellness stipend

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing Nevada team, with relocation assistance to the Northeast Nevada area. The role focuses on field investigations, soil mechanics, and geotechnical modeling for mining and municipal projects across the country.

The ideal candidate has strong CPT experience and deep soil mechanics knowledge, with preference given to those holding a PE license. The position offers competitive salary, full benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a

Qualifications

• PE licensure is strongly preferred for senior engineers.
• Field Investigation experience including drilling methods (hollow-stem, sonic, mud-rotary) and CPT data reduction is beneficial.
• Soil mechanics knowledge including triaxial testing, direct shear, and consolidation data reduction.
• Geotechnical modeling experience related to slope stability, settlement, and seepage is valuable.
• Advanced geotechnical skills in liquefaction, seismic evaluations, and finite element modeling are advantageous.

Skills

PE licensure

Field Investigation

CPT experience

Soil mechanics

Geotechnical modeling

CAD

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Geotechnical EngineerJobotElko, NV, United States**Description**This company is a growing geotechnical contractor with operations across the country. This role will be in beautiful northeastern Nevada and will provide relocation assistance! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Alex Dickinson Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the \"Quick Apply\" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $75,000 - $125,000 per year 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 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. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the \"Quick Apply\" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy