Geotechnical Staff Engineer — Field & Lab Projects

Braun Intertec Corporation; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Braun Intertec is seeking a Staff Engineer to join our Urbandale, IA office. The successful candidate will perform field and laboratory tests, work with engineers on projects, and pursue professional growth through company training and mentoring.

This role requires a civil engineering degree with geotechnical/material emphasis, EIT or eligibility within 6 months, and a valid driver's license. Candidates should be able to lift 50 pounds and travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with geotechnical, materials emphasis or related.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Perform various field and laboratory tests
• Work independently on assignments of limited scope and with engineers on larger projects as a team member
• Prepare proposals for geotechnical and material testing projects
• Manage basic geotechnical and material testing projects
• Maintain client communications and build client relations
• Develops solutions, makes recommendations, and prepares engineering reports for review
• Observe construction in progress and report to project engineer
• Gain experience relevant to obtain Professional Engineer license

Skills

Driver's license

Field testing

Communication

Heavy lifting

Travel ready

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical/Materials)

EIT certification or eligible within 6 months

Job description

Braun Intertec is seeking a Staff Engineer to join our Urbandale, IA office. The successful candidate will perform field and laboratory tests, work with engineers on projects, and pursue professional growth through company training and mentoring.

This role requires a civil engineering degree with geotechnical/material emphasis, EIT or eligibility within 6 months, and a valid driver's license. Candidates should be able to lift 50 pounds and travel up to 25%.