Geotechnical Engineer - Entry Level

Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals is currently seeking an entry level geotechnical staff engineer for their Rocklin office. The role involves conducting geotechnical proposals, exploratory work, and laboratory tests under the supervision of a licensed engineer.

The ideal candidate will possess a B.S. in Civil Engineering focused on geotechnical engineering or be near graduation. Strong problem-solving skills and a self-motivated attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform field exploratory work in geotechnical engineering.
• Effective communication skills with clients.
• Ability to work independently and in groups.

Responsibilities

• Perform site reconnaissance and draft geotechnical proposals.
• Conduct geotechnical exploratory work in the field.
• Review geotechnical laboratory tests and analyses.

Skills

Knowledge of soil mechanics

Problem solving skills

Self-motivated

Analytical skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering with a focus on geotechnical engineering

E.I.T certificate (ability to obtain)

Job description

Job Summary

Construction Testing Services (CTS) is seeking an entry level geotechnical staff engineer to join our geotechnical department in our Rocklin office. CTS provides geotechnical consulting, materials testing and special inspection services to a wide variety of private and public projects including low-rise commercial and industrial buildings, medical clinics, office and mixed-use buildings, hotels, low- to mid-rise residential buildings including apartment complexes, subdivisions and low-income housing, schools, hospitals, storage tanks, tank farms, pump stations, carports, canopies, billboard signs, bridges, airports, roadways, flood control and levee embankments.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Possession of a B.S. in Civil Engineering with a focus on geotechnical engineering or ability to obtain one prior to hire (upcoming graduates are encouraged to apply)
• Possession of an E.I.T certificate or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire
• Sound knowledge of fundamentals of soil mechanics and foundation design via college curriculum
• Self-starter and highly motivated
• Ability to adapt to fast paced environment and exercise sound engineering judgement
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently and in groups
• Willingness to learn and expand technical knowledge
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Possession of a driver's license

Responsibilities

• Perform site reconnaissance and draft geotechnical proposals
• Perform geotechnical exploratory work in the field (borings, test pits, CPT, DCP, percolation/infiltration tests, etc.)
• Perform and review geotechnical laboratory tests
• Draft plot plans, logs, etc.
• Perform geotechnical analyses including but not limited to: shallow and deep foundation design, slab-on-grade support, pavement design, slope stability, earth retaining, site-specific seismic hazard analyses, settlement sensitivity, etc.
• Draft geotechnical reports and consulting letters
• Review project plans and specifications
• Review inspectors' daily field reports
• Perform field testing and inspections during construction
• Communicate with clients

All work would be performed under the supervision and direction of a licensed geotechnical engineer.