Geotechnical Project Engineer

Essel; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Essel is seeking a geotechnical field engineer in the United States to conduct field investigations, including drilling and site reconnaissance, coordinate with vendors, and review boring logs. You will analyze data, prepare technical memoranda, and report under guidance of the Project Engineer. Proficiency in MS Office and gINT, plus travel flexibility, are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with geotechnical field investigations and data interpretation.
• Ability to review boring logs and prepare data in gINT.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Strong communication with clients and project team members.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical field investigations including drilling, site reconnaissance, and coordination with vendors.
• Review boring logs and prepare data in gINT.
• Perform engineering analyses based on available data.
• Prepare technical memoranda and reports under supervision of Project Engineer/Manager.

Skills

Client communication

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Independent work

Travel flexibility

MS Office

Field drilling

Geotechnical analysis

Tools

gINT

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting geotechnical field investigations, including field drilling, site reconnaissance, marking exploration locations, obtaining necessary permits, and coordinating with vendors.
• Reviewing boring logs and preparing data in gINT.
• Performing engineering analyses based on available data.
• Preparing technical memoranda and reports under the guidance of the Project Engineer or Project Manager.

Requirements:

• Proficient in communication with clients and team members.
• Attention to detail.
• Self‑starter and initiator.
• Able to work independently and in a team setting.
• Flexibility in traveling to project sites and other offices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
• A valid California driver’s license.
• Experience with field drilling.
• General geotechnical engineering analysis experience, such as foundation design, liquefaction analysis, slope stability, settlement evaluation, retaining wall design, or pavement design, is a plus.

Benefits

Our employees enjoy an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and 401(k) Plan. Compensation package commensurate with candidate’s experience and qualifications.