Geotechnical Staff Engineer II — Field, Lab & Growth

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid benefits

Health savings option

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates (HCEA) is a multi-disciplined ENR Top 500 engineering firm with 20 offices in the mid-Atlantic and Florida. This geotechnical engineering position supports field explorations, in-situ testing, laboratory analysis, and technical reporting under supervision of professional engineers.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering, has 1–2 years of experience (internships count), and an EIT certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience; prior internships count.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
• Ability to interpret engineering and construction plans and specifications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments.
• Ability to occasionally work evenings, weekends, and overnight travel assignments.
• Ability to lift and carry 60-80 pounds, including soil and concrete samples and testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing/inspection projects for public and private sector clients.
• Conduct and document test boring and test pit observations during subsurface explorations.
• Perform, collect, review, and analyze geotechnical field and laboratory data.
• Classify soils and evaluate subsurface conditions in accordance with applicable standards.
• Review daily CMT field reports for accuracy and completeness in a Project Manager role.
• Prepare geotechnical calculations, analyses, and technical reports.
• Assist in evaluating subsurface conditions and developing engineering recommendations.
• Support project managers and senior engineers with project planning and execution.
• Perform occasional on-site CMT and inspection services, including soil and concrete testing.
• Ensure testing and inspection activities comply with applicable standards and project specifications.

Skills

EIT certification

Geotechnical field work

AutoCAD

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates (HCEA) is a multi-disciplined ENR Top 500 engineering firm with 20 offices in the mid-Atlantic and Florida. This geotechnical engineering position supports field explorations, in-situ testing, laboratory analysis, and technical reporting under supervision of professional engineers.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering, has 1–2 years of experience (internships count), and an EIT certification.