Junior Geotechnical Engineer: Fieldwork & Growth

Kleinfelder Inc; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder Inc. in Raleigh or Charlotte, NC is seeking an entry-level Geotechnical Engineer to join our Raleigh/Charlotte team.

You will assist with field investigations, data collection, and geotechnical analyses under supervision, gaining hands-on experience on energy, commercial, and transportation projects. The ideal candidate has 0–3 years of geotechnical engineering experience, a Civil Engineering degree (MS in Geotechnical Engineering preferred) and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years geotechnical engineering experience.
• Willingness to work on-site during geotechnical and construction phases.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; MS in Geotechnical Engineering strongly desired.
• EIT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers/Managers with field investigations including boring layout and coordination with drilling contractors.
• Inspect and provide construction oversight of grading, earthwork, trenchless installations, and foundations.
• Assist with lab testing and compilation of lab/field testing results.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and analyses under supervision of senior staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

MS in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Kleinfelder Inc. in Raleigh or Charlotte, NC is seeking an entry-level Geotechnical Engineer to join our Raleigh/Charlotte team.

You will assist with field investigations, data collection, and geotechnical analyses under supervision, gaining hands-on experience on energy, commercial, and transportation projects. The ideal candidate has 0–3 years of geotechnical engineering experience, a Civil Engineering degree (MS in Geotechnical Engineering preferred) and strong communication skills.