Geotechnical Staff Engineer: Field, Reports & Forensics

Construction Material Testing; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing seeks staff engineers to gain extensive exposure in geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, forensic work, and report writing under licensed professionals. You will rotate through geotechnical, materials, and forensic projects, writing detailed reports and coordinating field and lab activities.

The role emphasizes hands-on fieldwork, mentorship toward PE licensure, and development of technical writing with direct feedback from engineers who value

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• EIT certificate or exam date scheduled.
• Field-willing: capable of working on real projects in variable conditions.
• Clear technical writing ability is essential.
• 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 projects.
• Pursue PE licensure with mentorship and exam support.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Technical writing

Field work

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

EIT certificate

Job description

Construction Material Testing seeks staff engineers to gain extensive exposure in geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, forensic work, and report writing under licensed professionals. You will rotate through geotechnical, materials, and forensic projects, writing detailed reports and coordinating field and lab activities.

The role emphasizes hands-on fieldwork, mentorship toward PE licensure, and development of technical writing with direct feedback from engineers who value