Midwest Trenchless Engineer & Field Lead

Terracon; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a Professional Engineer to lead subsurface and trenchless infrastructure projects across the Midwest. You will apply civil/geotechnical expertise from planning through construction and mentor junior staff.

You'll work from multiple Midwest offices, collaborating on designs, field investigations, and technical reports, with opportunities to influence project outcomes and safety practices across a range of utilities and civil projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience and/or educational background supporting trenchless and subsurface infrastructure projects.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy; effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead underground and trenchless construction projects across multiple infrastructure systems.
• Develop trenchless design and construction recommendations.
• Prepare and review technical reports, design drawings, and specifications.
• Serve as a technical resource during construction.
• Plan and oversee field investigations and laboratory testing programs.
• Mentor engineers and technical staff on medium to large, complex projects.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Effective written and verbal comm.

Willingness to travel periodically for

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering (Master’s preferred)

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

CAD/Microstation

Job description

Terracon is seeking a Professional Engineer to lead subsurface and trenchless infrastructure projects across the Midwest. You will apply civil/geotechnical expertise from planning through construction and mentor junior staff.

You'll work from multiple Midwest offices, collaborating on designs, field investigations, and technical reports, with opportunities to influence project outcomes and safety practices across a range of utilities and civil projects.