Geotechnical Engineer - Entry Level (2027 Graduate)

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking an Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer - 2027 Graduate to apply academic knowledge to real-world site characterization, foundation design, and geotechnical instrumentation on challenging projects.

The role involves field investigations, data analysis, report writing, and collaboration with teams across disciplines. A Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering or geology is required, with EIT and an advanced degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil and/or environmental engineering or geology (required).
• Advanced degree (preferred).
• EIT certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Conducting geotechnical field investigations.
• Monitoring heavy civil construction projects.
• Installation and monitoring of geotechnical instrumentation.
• Performing and reviewing engineering calculations.
• Earthquake engineering.
• Landfill design and permitting.
• Dam and levee evaluations.
• Developing construction documents.
• Writing and reviewing engineering reports.

Skills

Field work

Travel readiness

EIT prep

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering or geology

Advanced degree (preferred)

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Slope/W

PLAXIS

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking an Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer - 2027 Graduate to apply academic knowledge to real-world site characterization, foundation design, and geotechnical instrumentation on challenging projects.

The role involves field investigations, data analysis, report writing, and collaboration with teams across disciplines. A Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering or geology is required, with EIT and an advanced degree preferred.