Geotechnical Engineer - Early Career: Field & Analysis

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking an Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer to apply academic knowledge to real-world site characterization, foundations, monitoring systems, and geohazard work. This role involves field work, instrumentation, data review, and report writing.

Ideal candidates will have a geotechnical background, strong writing/communication skills, internship or consulting experience, and readiness for travel. A valid U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with geotechnical focus.
• Master's or PhD in geotechnical engineering preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical field investigations.
• Perform and review engineering calculations.
• Develop, install, and manage instrumentation and monitoring systems.
• Develop construction documents.
• Monitor heavy civil construction projects.
• Write and review engineering reports.
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to project sites as needed.

Skills

Geotechnical fundamentals

Writing & communication

Field work

Travel required

Python

Education

Bachelors in Civil Eng (Geotech)

Master’s/PhD in Geotechnical Eng

EIT certification

Tools

AutoCAD

SLIDE

PLAXIS

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking an Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer to apply academic knowledge to real-world site characterization, foundations, monitoring systems, and geohazard work. This role involves field work, instrumentation, data review, and report writing.

Ideal candidates will have a geotechnical background, strong writing/communication skills, internship or consulting experience, and readiness for travel. A valid U.S.