Geotechnical Field Engineer – PE-Track, Field & Lab Testing

Certerra Southwest, LLC.; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Certerra Southwest, LLC. seeks a Geotech Field Engineer for our Anaheim, CA office. The role involves geotechnical and civil engineering tasks, field sampling, lab testing, and reporting in a travel-enabled capacity. PE preferred, with MSHA/ACI/ATTI/ICC certifications valued.

Responsibilities include reviewing designs, writing reports, and advising on foundation design and soil conditions. A clean driving record and medical clearance are required; overnight travel in Southern CA is possible.

Qualifications

• Civil Engineer with PE preferred.
• MSHA, ACI Field, ACI Strength, ATTI Field, ATTI Soils & Aggregate, ATTI Asphalt, ICC Structural Special Inspector certifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and accept new challenges.
• Physical examination required to obtain medical clearance to work; ability to lift 50 pounds; clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate with drill rigs and excavators to sample and classify soils.
• Review aerial photography for geotechnical analysis.
• Assist in analysis of soils to determine engineering characteristics.
• Assist in writing geotechnical reports.
• Review engineering drawings and reports.
• Collect and oversee soil sampling using borings and test pits.
• Perform and oversee laboratory tests.
• Assist in recommending foundation design, soil bearing pressures, slope stability, and lateral earth pressures.
• Perform sampling and testing of concrete, masonry, grout, asphalt, and soil.
• Resolve field issues with contractors.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) preferred

MSHA certification

ACI Field certification

ACI Strength certification

ATTI Field certification

ATTI Soils & Aggregate

ATTI Asphalt certification

ICC Structural Special Inspector

Job description

Certerra Southwest, LLC. seeks a Geotech Field Engineer for our Anaheim, CA office. The role involves geotechnical and civil engineering tasks, field sampling, lab testing, and reporting in a travel-enabled capacity. PE preferred, with MSHA/ACI/ATTI/ICC certifications valued.

Responsibilities include reviewing designs, writing reports, and advising on foundation design and soil conditions. A clean driving record and medical clearance are required; overnight travel in Southern CA is possible.