Geotechnical Staff Project Engineer - Growth & Field Exposure

ECS Southeast, LLP; Tennessee; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Southeast, LLP is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Project Engineer to support geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing projects. The role is office-based with some field exposure for training and involves budgeting, documentation, and project coordination to deliver quality results.

Supports report preparation, CMT tasks, proposals, drilling packages, and site access evaluations while developing project management and client communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
• No professional license required, but progression may require license
• Valid driver's license required if driving for ECS subsidiaries
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Basic knowledge of geotechnical principles and applications
• Basic knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards
• Ability to work with teams, clients and supervisors
• Developing project management and client communication skills
• Basic familiarity with geotechnical software (developing)
• Self-motivated and responsible work ethic

Responsibilities

• Supports preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis and recommendations
• Manages construction materials testing (CMT) tasks, including daily report review and issue tracking
• Assists with project budgeting and prepares invoices
• Supports preparation of proposals for geotechnical and CMT projects
• Performs or assists with boring and test pit layout and site access evaluation
• Prepares drilling packages and obtains utility clearances
• Conducts research on local geologic conditions
• Assists with supervision of field investigations and drilling activities
• Performs or supports in-situ testing and soil classification
• Reviews field reports and supports documentation of project data
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and field personnel
• Performs other technical, field, and project support tasks as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Geotechnical principles

Construction materials testing

Team collaboration

Project management (developing)

Client communication

Geotechnical software (developing)

Self-motivation

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar

Tools

Geotechnical software (developing)

ASTM standards knowledge

Job description

ECS Southeast, LLP is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Project Engineer to support geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing projects. The role is office-based with some field exposure for training and involves budgeting, documentation, and project coordination to deliver quality results.

Supports report preparation, CMT tasks, proposals, drilling packages, and site access evaluations while developing project management and client communication skills.