Geotechnical Staff Engineer: Field, Lab & Forensic Path

Construction Material Testing; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing is seeking staff engineers to gain exposure in geotechnical investigations, materials testing, forensic assignments, and detailed report writing under licensed engineers. You will see the ground truth behind design assumptions on projects from pads to heavy industrial programs.

You'll rotate through geotechnical investigations, materials programs, and forensic work, building broad experience, with mentorship toward a PE and exam support.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 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.

Skills

Geotechnical

Materials testing

Technical writing

Field work

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

EIT certificate

Job description

Construction Material Testing is seeking staff engineers to gain exposure in geotechnical investigations, materials testing, forensic assignments, and detailed report writing under licensed engineers. You will see the ground truth behind design assumptions on projects from pads to heavy industrial programs.

You'll rotate through geotechnical investigations, materials programs, and forensic work, building broad experience, with mentorship toward a PE and exam support.