Geotechnical Engineer I — Field, Lab & Analysis

SOCOTEC, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

SOCOTEC, Inc. seeks a Graduate (Staff) Geotechnical Engineer in Houston, TX, to support subsurface evaluations, soil classifications, logging borings, and lab coordination. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and timely reporting within a collaborative, in-office environment.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S. in geotechnical fields, with 0–2 years of experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Education: B.S. in Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering required.
• MS in Geotechnical Engineering or related field preferred.
• Entry-level to 2 years geotechnical consulting experience preferred.
• Strong soil mechanics understanding and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule geotechnical subsurface evaluations.
• Perform boring mark-outs for utility clearance and supervise drill crews.
• Classify soils and log borings, test pits, and cores.
• Conduct floor level surveys and document distressed structures.
• Assign laboratory testing and assist with geotechnical report prep.
• Compile laboratory test data and perform analyses.
• Calculate shallow/deep foundations, slope stability, and settlement.

Skills

Soil mechanics knowledge

Communication skills

Independent工作能力

Education

B.S. in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering or related field

Job description

SOCOTEC, Inc. seeks a Graduate (Staff) Geotechnical Engineer in Houston, TX, to support subsurface evaluations, soil classifications, logging borings, and lab coordination. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and timely reporting within a collaborative, in-office environment.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S. in geotechnical fields, with 0–2 years of experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.