Junior Geotechnical Engineer: Infrastructure Growth

CDM Smith; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Junior Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing Infrastructure Services Group. You will work with experienced geotechnical engineers on a wide range of infrastructure projects across North Carolina and the Southeast, gaining hands-on experience in planning, investigation, analysis, and design of geotechnical solutions.

As part of a Raleigh-based team, you will support field data collection, subsurface investigations, and the preparation of reports,

Responsibilities

• Support geotechnical investigations, subsurface explorations, and field data collection.
• Perform engineering analyses and contribute to the design of foundations and earth structures.
• Evaluate soil and rock properties to support recommendations.
• Assist with preparation of geotechnical reports, specs, calculations, and drawings.
• Review designs for compliance with federal, state, local requirements and CDM Smith standards.
• Participate in site visits, field observations, and construction-phase services.
• Utilize engineering software and geotechnical modeling tools for analyses.
• Collaborate with transportation, water, environmental, and construction teams.
• Contribute to technical papers, white papers, and knowledge sharing.
• Support conference participation and professional organization involvement.
• Help communicate project findings to clients and internal teams.

Job description

CDM Smith in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Junior Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing Infrastructure Services Group. You will work with experienced geotechnical engineers on a wide range of infrastructure projects across North Carolina and the Southeast, gaining hands-on experience in planning, investigation, analysis, and design of geotechnical solutions.

As part of a Raleigh-based team, you will support field data collection, subsurface investigations, and the preparation of reports,