Geotechnical Staff Engineer: Path to PE & Field Specialist

Construction Material Testing; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing in Virginia is seeking staff engineers to gain exposure to geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, forensic assignments, and report writing under the supervision of licensed professional engineers. You will rotate through geotechnical investigation, materials programs, and forensic assignments to develop a well-rounded geotechnical career.

You will log borings, reduce consolidation data, draft geotechnical reports, and coordinate field crews, while

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related.
• 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

Skills

Field work readiness

Technical writing

Education

BS in Civil Engineering or related

EIT certification or exam scheduled

Job description

Construction Material Testing in Virginia is seeking staff engineers to gain exposure to geotechnical investigations, materials testing programs, forensic assignments, and report writing under the supervision of licensed professional engineers. You will rotate through geotechnical investigation, materials programs, and forensic assignments to develop a well-rounded geotechnical career.

You will log borings, reduce consolidation data, draft geotechnical reports, and coordinate field crews, while