Geotechnical Staff Engineer – EIT to PE Path, Field & Lab

Construction Material Testing; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing offers a staff engineer role exposing you to geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, forensic assignments, and report writing under licensed professional engineers.

You will see the ground truth behind design assumptions on projects from building pads to heavy industrial programs while developing through mentorship and exam support toward PE licensure.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• EIT certificate or exam scheduled; licensure path encouraged.
• Field-willing and prepared for outdoor conditions on sites.
• Clear technical writing and data presentation skills.
• Interest in geotechnical, materials, or forensic practice.

Responsibilities

• Plan and observe drilling and field testing programs.
• Reduce and review laboratory data.
• Draft geotechnical and materials reports.
• Support forensic investigations, coring programs, and distress evaluations.
• Coordinate field crews and laboratory scheduling on assigned projects.
• Progress toward PE licensure with mentorship and exam support.

Skills

Fieldwork readiness

Technical writing

Geotechnical interest

PE/EIT licensure pursuit

Education

BS in Civil Engineering or related

EIT certificate or exam scheduled

Job description

Construction Material Testing offers a staff engineer role exposing you to geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, forensic assignments, and report writing under licensed professional engineers.

You will see the ground truth behind design assumptions on projects from building pads to heavy industrial programs while developing through mentorship and exam support toward PE licensure.