Nuclear Geotechnical Field Engineer | Employee-Owned

S&ME Inc.; Johnson City (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Pet Insurance

ESOP 5% company contribution & auto-en

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & PTO

Maternity & Parental Leave

Mentorship & Career Development

Credential Incentive Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Program

Company Vehicle & Fuel Card

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

S&ME Inc. is seeking an early-career Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist to support a range of civil, geotechnical, and environmental projects with a focus on nuclear sites. You will perform field investigations, analyze data, and contribute to technical reports under experienced mentors.

The role offers exposure to regulatory and project-management aspects across multiple markets, with field rotations and opportunities for professional development in a 100% employee-owned company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• 2 years of geotechnical engineering, geology, or consulting experience.
• Field subsurface exploration experience required.
• EIT, GIT, PE, or PG is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork including soil borings, drilling oversight, monitoring well installation, and in‑situ testing.
• Analyze subsurface conditions and interpret geological and geotechnical data; support lab testing and develop engineering recommendations.
• Prepare data tables, figures, and graphical presentations; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform construction and environmental inspections and document site conditions; support QA and field verification.
• Coordinate with drilling contractors, laboratories, vendors, and project teams; communicate with clients and regulators.

Skills

Field work

Subsurface exploration

Data interpretation

Technical reporting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Geology

Job description

S&ME Inc. is seeking an early-career Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist to support a range of civil, geotechnical, and environmental projects with a focus on nuclear sites. You will perform field investigations, analyze data, and contribute to technical reports under experienced mentors.

The role offers exposure to regulatory and project-management aspects across multiple markets, with field rotations and opportunities for professional development in a 100% employee-owned company.