Geotechnical Engineer – Field & Lab Projects (NY)

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,280 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Langan is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative team in New York, New York. The role focuses on planning and executing field investigations, monitoring foundation and earthwork construction, and preparing logs and reports for large-scale projects.

The position requires a Civil/Geotechnical Engineering degree, 1+ year of experience, and an EIT/FE certification. Candidates should be prepared for substantial field work and independent teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
• Willingness to spend the majority of work hours in the field.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and execution of field investigations including logging borings and test pits.
• Observe foundation and earthwork construction; monitor conformance with documents.
• Prepare logs, field forms, and chain of custody logs.
• Document and communicate project site issues to supervisor.
• Conduct site reconnaissance and data collection.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Field work readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s degree with Geotechnical specialty

EIT Certification (FE)

Job description

Langan is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative team in New York, New York. The role focuses on planning and executing field investigations, monitoring foundation and earthwork construction, and preparing logs and reports for large-scale projects.

The position requires a Civil/Geotechnical Engineering degree, 1+ year of experience, and an EIT/FE certification. Candidates should be prepared for substantial field work and independent teamwork in a dynamic environment.