Solar Geotechnical Engineer - Field & Design (Hybrid)

GameChange Energy; Norwalk (CT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Job summary

GameChange Energy is a dynamic solar industry leader seeking a geotechnical engineer in Norwalk, CT. The role focuses on reviewing site geotechnical reports and identifying design risks to support foundation decisions.

You will develop load-test procedures, interpret test results with engineers, and collaborate with clients and contractors to finalize foundations while contributing to process improvements. This is a hybrid, full-time position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• 1+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and geotechnical reports.
• Familiarity with applying engineering codes and standards to design decisions.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Review site geotechnical reports during project development and support the GCE business development team with technical evaluations.
• Identify geotechnical design risks and provide preliminary recommendations for foundation type, embedment depth, and feasibility.
• Develop load test (pull test) procedures for field verification of foundation designs.
• Review and interpret pull test results and collaborate with internal geotechnical and structural engineers to finalize foundation designs.
• Interface with clients, contractors, and external engineers, and participate in project meetings as needed.
• Support continuous improvement of internal geotechnical design practices and standards.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Reading & interpreting reports

Independent work

Problem-solving

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

LPILE

AutoCAD

Netsuite

Job description

GameChange Energy is a dynamic solar industry leader seeking a geotechnical engineer in Norwalk, CT. The role focuses on reviewing site geotechnical reports and identifying design risks to support foundation decisions.

You will develop load-test procedures, interpret test results with engineers, and collaborate with clients and contractors to finalize foundations while contributing to process improvements. This is a hybrid, full-time position with competitive compensation.