Geotechnical Field Engineer – Pile Testing & Fieldwork

UES; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UES is seeking a Staff Engineer to plan, design, and direct geotechnical testing projects, including predevelopment, geotechnical design, and civil design support. The role blends field and office work across Florida, with extensive travel to project sites.

You will conduct pile behavior analyses, perform field testing with instrumentation, and prepare technical reports. EIT certification is required, with PE eligibility preferred, and strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, geotechnical, or environmental engineering from a four-year college or university.
• Engineer In Training (E.I.T) Certification and ability to earn P.E.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting findings and working with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive analyses of pile behavior, including dynamic testing and wave equation analyses.
• Perform field testing and monitoring of piles using instrumentation (pile driving analyzers, strain gauges, accelerometers, etc.).
• Prepare or direct reports, specifications, plans, testing schedules and designs for project.
• Travel within the State of Florida to project sites and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team player

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil, geotechnical, or environmental engineering

Engineer In Training (E.I.T) Certification

Ability to earn P.E. (Professional Engineer)

Job description

UES is seeking a Staff Engineer to plan, design, and direct geotechnical testing projects, including predevelopment, geotechnical design, and civil design support. The role blends field and office work across Florida, with extensive travel to project sites.

You will conduct pile behavior analyses, perform field testing with instrumentation, and prepare technical reports. EIT certification is required, with PE eligibility preferred, and strong communication and teamwork are essential.