Geotechnical Staff Engineer

LaBella Associates; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Program

Team Building Events

Community Service Events

Job summary

A geotechnical engineering firm in Chattanooga, TN, seeks a Geotechnical Staff Engineer to perform field investigations, coordinate drilling services, and prepare engineering reports. Candidates should possess a B.S. in civil engineering, 3 to 6+ years of experience, and effective communication skills. This role includes a flexible schedule, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6+ years of progressive experience in the geotechnical engineering field.
• EIT license (PE is a plus).
• Driver’s License Required.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Driver’s License required.
• Self-motivation and ability to apply engineering knowledge to multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical field investigations including boring layouts.
• Coordinate and assist with managing subcontract drilling firms.
• Prepare geotechnical engineering reports.
• Prepare geotechnical engineering reports and proposals.
• Attend client meetings and participate with design teams.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Self-motivation

Report writing

Client communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

B.S. degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

We are currently seeking qualified candidates to fill a Geotechnical Staff Engineer position in our Chattanooga, TN office.

Duties:

• Perform geotechnical field investigations. This may include boring layouts, drilling inspections, and running geophysical surveys.
• Coordinate and assist with managing the scope of services provided by subcontract drilling firms.
• Perform visual classification and laboratory testing of soil samples.
• Perform geotechnical field inspections during the construction phase, as needed.
• Preparing geotechnical engineering reports.
• Preparing geotechnical proposals and attending client meetings.
• Participate in meetings with design team, stakeholders, and clients.

• B.S. degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 3 to 6+ years of progressive experience in the geotechnical engineering field.
• EIT license (PE is a plus)
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Driver’s License Required
• Possess a high capacity for self-motivation and be able to apply engineering knowledge to a variety of projects.

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.