Geotechnical Field Engineer

Terracon; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Geotechnical Field Engineer, where you'll provide essential engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. This role involves conducting field investigations, performing engineering analyses, and preparing detailed reports. You'll collaborate with technical teams to ensure compliance with plans and specifications while maintaining quality standards. With a commitment to employee growth and excellent benefits, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the civil engineering sector. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect position for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Master’s preferred.
• Experience with field investigations and engineering analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and consulting services for various projects.
• Prepare proposals, cost estimates, and track project progress.
• Communicate effectively with clients and teams.

Skills

Engineering Analysis

Field Investigations

Report Writing

CAD Software

Data Collection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

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General Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients, including field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and report writing.
• Review drawings and construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track project progress, budgets, and recommend changes.
• Research design and construction problems.
• Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for reports.
• Communicate engineering issues and concepts effectively to technical and non-technical clients and teams.
• Services may be provided for projects in sectors such as public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Follow safety rules, participate in pre-task planning, and report safety issues.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Assist in research, data collection, field observation, inspection, and testing.
• Evaluate routine laboratory and field data for reports.
• Consult with technical staff and supervisors.
• Perform basic calculations and engineering analysis.
• Draft routine proposals and assist in complex proposal preparations.
• Perform plan drafting using CAD software.
• Work with engineering technician crews on-site and document activities.
• Work under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Master’s in Geotechnical preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI).

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100% employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with over 6,000 employees across more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, we have specialized in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services, driven by our commitment to exceeding client expectations and fostering career growth.

Our vision, “Together, we are best at people,” reflects our commitment to excellent compensation, benefits, and opportunities, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, education reimbursement, and bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or military status.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Civil Engineering

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