Junior Civil Engineer - Geotechnical Focus

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive medical and retirement

Mentorship program

Professional development and on‑the‑ジョ

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in George, United States, is seeking a Junior Civil Engineer with a geotechnical focus to support senior engineers in subsurface investigations and foundation design, in a hybrid work setting balancing field visits with office analysis.

The role offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and growth within a collaborative team dedicated to infrastructure projects and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience in civil or geotechnical engineering.
• Familiarity with geotechnical software and laboratory testing procedures.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Willingness to travel to project sites for field investigations and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting soil investigations, including drilling, sampling, and in-situ testing.
• Analyze geotechnical data and prepare comprehensive site investigation reports.
• Support the design of foundations, retaining walls, and slope stability measures.
• Perform field inspections during construction to monitor compliance with geotechnical designs.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on project planning, cost estimation, and risk assessment.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records for all assigned tasks.

Skills

Geotechnical software

Laboratory testing

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Civil Engineer with a strong interest in geotechnical engineering to join their team in George . You will support senior engineers in investigating subsurface conditions and designing foundations and earthworks for various infrastructure projects. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a hybrid work environment, balancing site visits with office‑based analysis and design. You will contribute to projects that form the bedrock of our community’s development, working within a supportive team structure that encourages skill development and career progression in civil engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting soil investigations, including drilling, sampling, and in-situ testing.
• Analyze geotechnical data and prepare comprehensive site investigation reports.
• Support the design of foundations, retaining walls, and slope stability measures.
• Perform field inspections during construction to monitor compliance with geotechnical designs.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on project planning, cost estimation, and risk assessment.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records for all assigned tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience in civil or geotechnical engineering.
• Familiarity with geotechnical software and laboratory testing procedures.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Willingness to travel to project sites for field investigations and monitoring.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and annual reviews.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Mentorship program with experienced geotechnical engineers.
• Opportunities for professional development and on‑the‑job training.
• A collaborative team environment focused on learning and growth.