Geotechnical Field Engineer - Growth-Driven, Austin

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Langan is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative team in Austin, TX. The role focuses on planning and executing field investigations, monitoring foundation and earthwork construction, and preparing logs and reports.

You will analyze geotechnical problems and assist in preparing geotechnical engineering reports for large-scale, high-profile projects, contributing to project success and client satisfaction.

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; GPA minimum 3.0.
• EIT Certification, or current FE exam registration; strong communication skills; willingness to spend majority of time in the field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the 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; monitor conformance with construction documents.
• Identify and implement solutions to field and laboratory problems.
• Prepare logs and field forms, including drilling logs, field dailies, and chain of custody logs.
• Conduct file reviews, site reconnaissance, and document searches.
• Communicate problems to supervisor and perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Communication

Fieldwork

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Master's degree with Geotechnical specialty

EIT Certification / FE exam

GPA 3.0

Tools

Field logging equipment

Job description

Langan is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative team in Austin, TX. The role focuses on planning and executing field investigations, monitoring foundation and earthwork construction, and preparing logs and reports.

You will analyze geotechnical problems and assist in preparing geotechnical engineering reports for large-scale, high-profile projects, contributing to project success and client satisfaction.