Geotechnical Field Engineer - On-Site Explorations & Data

KS Engineers, P.C.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

KS Engineers, P.C. is seeking a Geotechnical Field Engineer for a contract through the end of Summer 2027, based in Astoria, Queens, NY. You will be on-site, conducting geotechnical explorations, data collection, and field observations to keep projects moving.

Collaborate with project managers and design teams, prepare field reports, sketches, and logs, and help troubleshoot site challenges while ensuring safety and quality on infrastructure assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• EIT certification or licensure progress preferred.
• Strong field service and geotechnical investigation skills.
• Clear communication, reporting and coordination with teams.
• Troubleshooting geotechnical and construction issues in the field.
• Willingness to travel; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute subsurface explorations, including comprehensive geotechnical borings and permeability testing.
• Conduct pre-drilling subsurface investigations utilizing Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) to clear test locations.
• Generate accurate field sketches, detailed photo logs, and concise field reports and documentation.
• Utilize GIS software and digital field data collection tools to enter, map, and maintain accurate geospatial data.
• Leverage strong project management skills to plan field activities, manage schedules, track progress, and support timely project delivery.
• Log soil and rock samples accurately while monitoring construction activities related to earthwork.

Skills

Field inspections

Geotechnical investigations

Communication

Report writing

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

EIT certification or licensure progress

Tools

GIS software

Digital field data collection tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

KS Engineers, P.C. is seeking a Geotechnical Field Engineer for a contract through the end of Summer 2027, based in Astoria, Queens, NY. You will be on-site, conducting geotechnical explorations, data collection, and field observations to keep projects moving.

Collaborate with project managers and design teams, prepare field reports, sketches, and logs, and help troubleshoot site challenges while ensuring safety and quality on infrastructure assignments.