Geotechnical Staff Engineer: Field Projects & PE Path

Construction Material Testing; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Staff Engineer to participate in geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, and forensic assignments under the supervision of licensed professional engineers. You’ll see the ground truth behind design assumptions on projects from building pads to heavy industrial programs.

In this role you will plan drilling, observe field testing, draft geotechnical and materials reports, coordinate field crews, and work toward PE licensure with

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.

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

EIT certificate

Field-willing

Clear technical writing

Interest in geotechnical, materials, or forensic practice

Job description

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Staff Engineer to participate in geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, and forensic assignments under the supervision of licensed professional engineers. You’ll see the ground truth behind design assumptions on projects from building pads to heavy industrial programs.

In this role you will plan drilling, observe field testing, draft geotechnical and materials reports, coordinate field crews, and work toward PE licensure with