Geotechnical Engineer I: Field & Design Support

Burns & McDonnell; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Assistant Geotechnical Engineer to assist project teams under a licensed professional engineer. You will support field reconnaissance, subsurface investigations, and geotechnical design from concept through construction.

You will contribute to data compilation, reports, and construction documentation while working in a collaborative, analytical environment. This entry-level role emphasizes growth toward professional licensure and hands-on project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field (ABET-accredited preferred).
• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Emphasis) preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of standard geotechnical techniques, principles and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in problem-solving environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Geotechnical software such as Ensoft LPILE, GeoStudio/UTEXAS4 and liquefaction analysis is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, teamwork and leadership abilities.
• EIT Certification preferred.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist field reconnaissance and geological research to evaluate site conditions.
• Help develop scopes of work and subcontracts for subsurface investigations.
• Assist with compiling geotechnical data and boring logs.
• Support field observation of site investigations.
• Contribute to geotechnical design from concept through design completion.
• Support hazard assessments, foundation design, slope stability and earthwork analyses.
• Prepare and review calculations, reports, specs, and construction docs.
• Assist with client presentations and contract administration.
• Perform geotechnical-related construction observation and other assigned duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Emphasis)

ABET accreditation strongly preferred

Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification preferred

Tools

Ensoft LPILE

GeoStudio

UTEXAS4

Liquefaction analysis software

Excavation support/wall design software

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Assistant Geotechnical Engineer to assist project teams under a licensed professional engineer. You will support field reconnaissance, subsurface investigations, and geotechnical design from concept through construction.

You will contribute to data compilation, reports, and construction documentation while working in a collaborative, analytical environment. This entry-level role emphasizes growth toward professional licensure and hands-on project