Geotechnical Staff Engineer: Field-Ready, PE Path

Construction Material Testing; Colorado Springs (CO); 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 report writing under licensed PE supervision. You will rotate through geotechnical, materials, and forensic assignments while aiming for PE licensure.

The role includes field drilling, data reduction, and drafting technical reports; travel to project sites is expected. Salary ranges reflect experience and licensure progress.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field. (required)
• EIT certificate or exam date scheduled. (required)
• Field-willing: willing to work on real projects and in varied weather.
• Clear technical writing is essential.
• Interest in geotechnical, materials, or forensic practice. (preferred)

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

Technical writing

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

EIT certificate or exam scheduled

Job description

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Staff Engineer to participate in geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, and report writing under licensed PE supervision. You will rotate through geotechnical, materials, and forensic assignments while aiming for PE licensure.

The role includes field drilling, data reduction, and drafting technical reports; travel to project sites is expected. Salary ranges reflect experience and licensure progress.