Geotechnical Staff Engineer – Field & Design Leader

UES, Inc.; Westgate-Belvedere Homes (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UES, Inc. is seeking a Staff Engineer in Florida to plan, design, and direct geotechnical testing projects including predevelopment and geotechnical design support.

You will perform PDA testing on piles, monitor loads, and collaborate with project teams to model soil-structure behavior. The role requires an EIT or the ability to obtain a PE, a BS in civil/geotechnical/environmental engineering, and 1–2 years of related experience, with strong communication and willingness to travel up to 70% of

Qualifications

• EIT Certification is required; ability to earn PE.
• BS in civil, geotechnical, or environmental engineering from a four-year college or university; 1–2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and direct geotechnical testing projects.
• Perform PDA tests on piles and analyze shaft integrity and hammer energy.
• Provide engineering input for retaining earth structures and field/office coordination.
• Attend meetings with clients and prepare daily time and labor reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

EIT Certification

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Willingness to travel

Education

BS in civil/geotechnical/environmental engineering

Tools

PDA testing equipment

Signal matching software

Wave equation software

Job description

UES, Inc. is seeking a Staff Engineer in Florida to plan, design, and direct geotechnical testing projects including predevelopment and geotechnical design support.

You will perform PDA testing on piles, monitor loads, and collaborate with project teams to model soil-structure behavior. The role requires an EIT or the ability to obtain a PE, a BS in civil/geotechnical/environmental engineering, and 1–2 years of related experience, with strong communication and willingness to travel up to 70% of