Geotechnical Engineer

First Point Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

First Point Group is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Field Engineer to provide field leadership and technical oversight for large-scale earthworks operations. You will monitor soil and rock excavation activities and ensure compliance with geotechnical specifications and project drawings.

The role requires reviewing reports, data, and plans, preparing technical memoranda, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe and efficient earthworks solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Field experience supporting major earthworks construction projects.
• Strong understanding of earthworks, site investigations, foundation engineering, slope stability, excavation support systems.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide field leadership and technical oversight for large-scale earthworks operations.
• Monitor and support soil and rock excavation activities.
• Ensure compliance with geotechnical specifications, drawings, and quality requirements.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve field geotechnical issues in real time; review geotechnical reports and data.
• Prepare and review technical memoranda, reports, and calculations.

Skills

Independent work

Field leadership

Rapid decision making

Education

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

SLOPE/W

PLAXIS

Geotechnical analysis software

Job description

As the Senior Geotechnical Field Engineer, you will serve as the geotechnical subject matter expert supporting earthworks construction activities and ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide field leadership and technical oversight for large-scale earthworks operations
• Monitor and support soil and rock excavation activities
• Ensure compliance with geotechnical specifications, construction drawings, and quality requirements
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve field geotechnical issues in real timeReview and interpret geotechnical reports, test data, and field observations
• Prepare and review technical memoranda, reports, calculations, and engineering documentation
• Review vendor submittals and integrate recommendations into project execution plans
• Coordinate closely with Construction, Civil/Structural, ES&H, Quality, and Project Management teams
• Track scope, schedule, productivity, and technical deliverables Conduct investigations, foundation evaluations, and earthworks design implementation

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Demonstrated experience supporting major earthworks construction projects in the field
• Strong understanding of: Earthworks construction / Site investigations / Foundation engineering / Slope stability analysis / Excavation support systems / Soil and rock mechanics
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced construction environmets

Experience

• SLOPE/W
• PLAXIS
• Geotechnical analysis and modeling software
• Construction quality and field documentation
• Preferred Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
• License Geotechnical PE registration
• Experience supporting EPC or large-scale industrial construction projects
• Advanced earthworks design and construction experience
• Knowledge of industry codes, standards, and geotechnical best practices
• Proven success collaborating across multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams