Geotechnical Staff Engineer - Early Career in IA

Terracon; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Engineer to join our Iowa teams. This entry‑level opportunity offers hands‑on geotechnical engineering experience under the mentorship of Professional Engineers.

You’ll work on projects across transportation infrastructure, public works, commercial and industrial developments, and energy facilities, building technical expertise, field experience, and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Participate in geotechnical field investigations, observations, inspections, and testing.
• Perform geotechnical engineering analyses and calculations under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.
• Assist with the design and development of plans and specifications.
• Review drawings and construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Prepare and contribute to engineering reports, proposals, and cost estimates for projects of varying complexity.
• Track project scope, schedules, and budgets; assist with recommending adjustments as needed.
• Evaluate laboratory and field data and contribute to design and construction recommendations.
• Research and help resolve geotechnical design and construction challenges.
• Communicate technical findings clearly to clients, project teams, and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Support projects across public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and support geotechnical field investigations, observations, inspections, and testing.
• Perform geotechnical engineering analyses and calculations under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.
• Assist with the design and development of plans and specifications.
• Review drawings and construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Prepare and contribute to engineering reports, proposals, and cost estimates for projects of varying complexity.
• Track project scope, schedules, and budgets; assist with recommending adjustments as needed.
• Evaluate laboratory and field data and contribute to design and construction recommendations.
• Research and help resolve geotechnical design and construction challenges.
• Communicate technical findings clearly to clients, project teams, and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Support projects across public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial sectors.

Skills

Strong communication skills

EIT or EI certification

Valid driver"s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil or Geotechnical focus preferred)

Job description

Terracon is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Engineer to join our Iowa teams. This entry‑level opportunity offers hands‑on geotechnical engineering experience under the mentorship of Professional Engineers.

You’ll work on projects across transportation infrastructure, public works, commercial and industrial developments, and energy facilities, building technical expertise, field experience, and project management skills.