Geotechnical Field Engineer: Field & Lab Analysis Leader

Terracon; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Auburn, AL seeks a geotechnical engineer to provide geotechnical engineering and consulting services across a broad range of projects. This includes leading field investigations, engineering analysis, design support, report writing and review, and cost estimation.

The role involves reviewing drawings for conformity to plans and specifications and communicating complex engineering concepts to clients and project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Engineering Intern (Engineer in Training) is preferred or can be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects.
• Understand and practice quality acumen.
• Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
• Develop geotechnical engineering professional; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Assist in research, data collection, field observation, inspection, and field and laboratory testing. Prepare associated reports or sections of larger reports.
• Evaluate mostly routine laboratory and field data for inclusion in reports.
• Consult with other technical people and supervisor on routine and less complex projects.
• May perform basic calculations and engineering analysis
• Drafts routine proposals and assists in the preparation of more complex proposals.
• Performs plan drafting using CAD software.
• May work with engineering technician crews in testing, observations and data gathering activities on project sites and prepare daily reports documenting activities and findings.
• Works under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Terracon in Auburn, AL seeks a geotechnical engineer to provide geotechnical engineering and consulting services across a broad range of projects. This includes leading field investigations, engineering analysis, design support, report writing and review, and cost estimation.

The role involves reviewing drawings for conformity to plans and specifications and communicating complex engineering concepts to clients and project teams.