Geotechnical Staff Engineer: Field & Lab, Path to PE

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

Job summary

Construction Material Testing seeks staff engineers to gain broad exposure in 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, while developing field and reporting skills and progressing toward PE licensure.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required; EIT certificate or exam scheduled.
• Field-willing: willing to work on-site at field sites.
• 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

Geotechnical field experience

Data analysis

Technical writing

Project coordination

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

EIT certificate

Job description

Construction Material Testing seeks staff engineers to gain broad exposure in 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, while developing field and reporting skills and progressing toward PE licensure.