Geotechnical Engineer - Field & Lab Lead

ADVANCE TESTING CO INC; Campbell Hall (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

SOCOTEC-Campbell Hall, NY is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support field investigations, laboratory testing, and geotechnical reporting. The candidate will develop scopes, budgets, and client proposals while coordinating staff for field and lab work.

Ideal applicants have 5+ years in geotechnical engineering, NY licensure or ability to obtain it, and strong analytical/writing skills for client-facing evaluations and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or geology from ABET-accredited university; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Professional Engineer license in New York, or ability to obtain licensure; NICET/ACI certifications are a plus.
• 5+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports and proposals.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical writing, and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work outdoors as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes, budgets, and proposals, ensuring alignment with client needs and project objectives.
• Coordinate daily scheduling of staff assignments for field and laboratory assignments in support of projects.
• Organize and oversee geotechnical field investigations, coordinate and monitor drilling operations, analyze subsurface data, and evaluate laboratory test results.
• Provide support and leadership for regional staff, along with technical support for staff and clients.
• Conduct site visits to conduct or monitor work being performed, provide technical guidance, and address emergent issues.
• Prepare technical reports, evaluations, and construction-level documents summarizing geotechnical findings and recommendations.
• Regularly interface with clients and their respective project teams to maintain client relations and quality of service.
• Assist with recruitment, hiring and retention of staff.
• Perform testing and/or inspection of materials as necessary, inclusive of all associated documentation and reporting activities.
• Prepare samples of materials for laboratory testing, as needed.
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Other related duties may be assigned.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Technical writing

Communication

Outdoor work

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in civil engineering or geology

Master’s degree (plus)

Tools

NICET

ACI

New York PE license

Job description

SOCOTEC-Campbell Hall, NY is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support field investigations, laboratory testing, and geotechnical reporting. The candidate will develop scopes, budgets, and client proposals while coordinating staff for field and lab work.

Ideal applicants have 5+ years in geotechnical engineering, NY licensure or ability to obtain it, and strong analytical/writing skills for client-facing evaluations and recommendations.