Geotechnical Staff Engineer: Field, Lab and Forensic Practice

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

Job summary

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Staff Engineer to advance geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, and forensic assignments under licensed engineers. You will write technical reports and support the examination of design assumptions on diverse projects.

The role emphasizes field work, mentorship toward PE licensure, and opportunities to plan, observe, and coordinate drilling, testing, and reporting across a Sugar Land–area hub in Texas.

Qualifications

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

Field experience

Technical writing

Mentorship toward PE

EIT certification

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Job description

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Staff Engineer to advance geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, and forensic assignments under licensed engineers. You will write technical reports and support the examination of design assumptions on diverse projects.

The role emphasizes field work, mentorship toward PE licensure, and opportunities to plan, observe, and coordinate drilling, testing, and reporting across a Sugar Land–area hub in Texas.