Geotechnical Staff Engineer: Field, Lab & Forensic

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

Job summary

Construction Material Testing is seeking staff engineers to gain exposure across geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, forensic assignments, and report writing under licensed professional engineers. You will rotate through geotechnical, materials, and forensic projects on real sites, learning to log borings, interpret data, and draft precise recommendations for licensure.

A path to PE licensure is provided with mentorship and exam support, balancing field and office work to

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• EIT certificate or exam scheduled.
• Field-ready and willing to work on real projects.
• 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.
• Progress toward PE licensure with mentorship and exam support.

Skills

Technical writing

Field work

Geotechnical interest

Licensure path

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

EIT certificate

Job description

Construction Material Testing is seeking staff engineers to gain exposure across geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, forensic assignments, and report writing under licensed professional engineers. You will rotate through geotechnical, materials, and forensic projects on real sites, learning to log borings, interpret data, and draft precise recommendations for licensure.

A path to PE licensure is provided with mentorship and exam support, balancing field and office work to