Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training: Field & Lab QA

Atlas; North Richland Hills (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship toward PE licensure

Diverse project portfolio

Field testing exposure

Job summary

Atlas in the United States is seeking a motivated Graduate Engineer (EIT) to join our Geotechnical and Construction Materials Testing team. You will gain hands-on experience in geotechnical investigations, lab testing, and construction material QA while working toward PE licensure under senior staff mentorship.

You will support field exploration, sampling, soil/rock classification, and report preparation for highway, municipal, utilities and commercial projects.

Qualifications

• ABET‑accredited Civil Engineering degree with geotechnical emphasis.
• EIT certification or FE exam passed and pursuing EIT.
• Working knowledge of ASTM/AASHTO/TxDOT testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and execution of geotechnical field investigations, including soil borings, sampling, and in‑situ testing.
• Perform materials testing and QA/QC for soils, concrete, asphalt, and aggregate on active construction projects.
• Coordinate with drilling crews, technicians, and construction personnel to ensure project schedules and quality standards are met
• Log and classify soil and rock samples in accordance with ASTM/AASHTO standards
• Oversee typical geotechnical laboratory testing and conduct advanced Geotechnical laboratory testing
• Analyze field and lab data to support geotechnical engineering recommendations
• Assist in preparing geotechnical data and engineering reports, and construction observation reports under the direction of a licensed PE
• Support design tasks for foundation, retaining structures, earth work and pavement as directed
• Maintain accurate field documentation, daily reports, and testing records
• Assist in preparing geotechnical and CMT service proposals, including scope, fee, and schedule inputs
• Travel to project/job sites as needed, including some regional travel

Skills

EIT certification

Geotechnical field experience

Report writing

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical emphasis)

Tools

SiteManager

Metafield

Geotechnical software

Job description

Atlas in the United States is seeking a motivated Graduate Engineer (EIT) to join our Geotechnical and Construction Materials Testing team. You will gain hands-on experience in geotechnical investigations, lab testing, and construction material QA while working toward PE licensure under senior staff mentorship.

You will support field exploration, sampling, soil/rock classification, and report preparation for highway, municipal, utilities and commercial projects.