Geotechnical Staff Engineer: Field-Driven Licensure Path

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

Job summary

Staff engineers at Construction Material Testing gain exposure to geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, forensic assignments, and report writing under licensed professional engineers.

You will observe ground truths behind design assumptions on projects from building pads to heavy industrial programs, and you will learn to write precise recommendations supported by data while advancing toward PE licensure through mentorship and exam support.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• EIT certificate or exam scheduled indicates progress toward licensure.
• Field-willing: willingness to work on real projects and varying weather.
• Strong technical writing ability and clear reporting expected.
• 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

Clear technical writing

Field-willing

Geotechnical/Materials/Forensic focus

Mentorship toward PE/licensure

Education

BS in Civil Engineering or related

EIT certificate or exam scheduled

Job description

Staff engineers at Construction Material Testing gain exposure to geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, forensic assignments, and report writing under licensed professional engineers.

You will observe ground truths behind design assumptions on projects from building pads to heavy industrial programs, and you will learn to write precise recommendations supported by data while advancing toward PE licensure through mentorship and exam support.