Geotechnical Engineer Associate I

Thompson Engineering; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Engineering in Dallas, TX is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer Associate I to join our Geotechnical Engineering team. This entry-level role supports geotechnical investigations, analysis, reporting, and construction-phase services on diverse projects under licensed Professional Engineers.

Ideal candidates have a Civil/Geotechnical degree and are pursuing or early in EIT; willingness to perform field work and travel; strong communication and teamwork capabilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• EIT preferred or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• Basic knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, soil mechanics, and foundation systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with geotechnical software is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist subsurface exploration programs, coordinating drilling and field logging.
• Perform basic geotechnical analyses under supervision, including bearing capacity and settlement.
• Support preparation of geotechnical reports, memos, and recommendations.
• Review laboratory and field test data and interpret results.
• Participate in construction observation and materials testing activities.
• Assist with proposals, cost estimates, and project documentation.
• Follow established safety policies and quality control procedures.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, field staff, and clients.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Field work

EIT

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

Position Summary

Thompson Engineering is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Geotechnical Engineer Associate I to join our Geotechnical Engineering team for our Dallas, TX office. This is an entry-level position designed for recent graduates or early-career engineers who are beginning their professional engineering careers. The selected candidate will work under the supervision of licensed Professional Engineers and will support geotechnical investigations, analysis, reporting, and construction-phase services on a variety of projects across the Southeast.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with subsurface exploration programs, including coordination of drilling activities and field logging of soil and rock samples
• Perform basic geotechnical engineering analyses under supervision, including bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, and earthwork evaluations
• Support preparation of geotechnical engineering reports, technical memoranda, and recommendations
• Review laboratory and field test data and assist with interpretation of results
• Participate in construction observation and materials testing activities as required
• Assist with preparation of proposals, cost estimates, and project documentation
• Follow established safety policies and quality control procedures
• Communicate effectively with project managers, field staff, and clients

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or the ability to obtain EIT within a reasonable timeframe preferred
• Basic knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, soil mechanics, and foundation systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with geotechnical software is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to perform field work and occasional travel as required

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work in outdoor and construction site environments
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform field-related tasks
• Willingness to work flexible hours based on project needs