Geotechnical Engineer I — Field & Lab Roles

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Sacramento, San Francisco, San Jose (CA, CA, CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services seeks an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer to support planning and execution of field investigations across San Jose, Sacramento, or San Francisco, CA. The role involves analyzing geotechnical problems and assisting in preparing reports for large-scale projects.

Responsibilities include field logging, monitoring earthwork, and preparing logs. Strong communication and teamwork are essential, with a willingness to travel to project sites in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required; Master’s degree with Geotechnical specialty or desire to pursue is preferred.
• 0-2 years of work-related experience.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and execution of field investigations, including logging borings and test pits, collecting samples, performing field tests, and recording data.
• Observe foundation and earthwork construction activities and conformance with construction documents.
• Identify and implement solutions to routine and complex field/lab problems.
• Prepare logs and field forms, including drilling/test pit logs and chain of custody logs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Field-work readiness

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel/field work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s degree in Geotechnical (preferred)

Job description

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services seeks an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer to support planning and execution of field investigations across San Jose, Sacramento, or San Francisco, CA. The role involves analyzing geotechnical problems and assisting in preparing reports for large-scale projects.

Responsibilities include field logging, monitoring earthwork, and preparing logs. Strong communication and teamwork are essential, with a willingness to travel to project sites in the region.