Lead Geotechnical Field Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Johnson City, San Gabriel (TN, CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Lead Geotechnical Field Engineer to join its dynamic team in Johnson City, TN. This role offers the opportunity to lead challenging projects involving fieldwork, geotechnical exploration, and numerical analysis. With a focus on coal combustion residuals, dams, and levees, the position demands a highly experienced professional ready to make a significant impact. The company prides itself on its technical leadership and exceptional client service, providing a supportive environment that values each employee's unique contributions. If you're passionate about geotechnical engineering and ready for an impactful career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Benefits Programs

Well-being Programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering required.
• Professional registration (P.E.) is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical field investigations and monitor construction projects.
• Prepare engineering reports, design calculations, and technical specifications.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Field Investigations

Project Management

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Consulting Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Advanced degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical Engineering Software

Job description

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity on a project site in Red Bluff, TX for a Lead Geotechnical Field Engineer to join our geotechnical practice in Johnson City, TN. This position is well-suited for a talented, highly experienced individual who is interested in being a leader and contributing to innovative and challenging projects involving field work and support, coal combustion residuals, dams and levees, numerical analysis, geotechnical exploration, instrumentation and monitoring, and geohazards.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is known for its technical leadership and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducting geotechnical field investigations;
• Monitoring heavy civil construction projects;
• Dam and levee evaluations;
• Geotechnical engineering analyses such as slope stability, settlement, bearing capacity, seismic, and seepage;
• Geotechnical site characterization;
• Project/task management and proposal preparation support;
• Preparation of engineering reports, design calculations, drawings, technical specifications, and permit applications;
• Fieldwork associated with design and construction services.
• Fieldwork: Up to 90%
• Overnight Travel: Up to 90%
• Current fieldwork is based out of the Red Bluff, TX area.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering. (required)
• Advanced degree in civil or geotechnical engineering. (preferred)
• Professional registration (i.e., P.E.) (required)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 7 years (8+ years preferred) directly relevant experience in a consulting environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Knowledge of relevant geotechnical engineering software (e.g., slope stability). (required)
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)
• Excellent writing and communication skills. (required)
• Field work and overnight travel. (required)
• Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)