Geotechnical Staff Engineer - Field, Forensics, Path to PE

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

Job summary

Construction Material Testing offers staff engineers exposure 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.

You will rotate through geotechnical investigation, materials programs, and forensic assignments with mentorship toward PE licensure and exam support.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related.
• EIT certificate or exam scheduled.
• Field-willing: real projects, real dirt, real weather.
• Clear technical writing.
• 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.

Education

BS in Civil Engineering or related

EIT certificate or exam scheduled

Job description

Construction Material Testing offers staff engineers exposure 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.

You will rotate through geotechnical investigation, materials programs, and forensic assignments with mentorship toward PE licensure and exam support.