Staff Engineer

Terracon; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Lenexa, KS is seeking a geotechnical engineer to provide field investigations, engineering analyses, and recommendations across diverse projects. You will lead fieldwork, perform calculations, prepare plans and reports, and present findings to clients and project teams using geotechnical software like gINT, Tablogs, and GeoStudio.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 1–3 years of experience; an EIT is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• 1–3 years of experience in geotechnical engineering preferred.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or lead field investigations and testing.
• Conduct engineering analyses and prepare calculations.
• Develop plans, specifications, and project reports.
• Prepare proposals and cost estimates; track budgets.
• Coordinate with clients and project teams; communicate findings.
• Assist senior staff on project management tasks.

Skills

Field investigations

Engineering analysis

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

gINT

Tablogs

GeoStudio

Job description

General Responsibilities

Provide geotechnical engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients. This may include performing and/or leading field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided. Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes. Research and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Use geotechnical software such as gINT, Tablogs, GeoStudio, and other specialized applications. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams. Services may be provided for existing or proposed projects in a variety of sectors, including for example public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial.

General Responsibilities

Provide geotechnical engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients. This may include performing and/or leading field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided. Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes. Research and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Use geotechnical software such as gINT, Tablogs, GeoStudio, and other specialized applications. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams. Services may be provided for existing or proposed projects in a variety of sectors, including for example public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial.

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Demonstrate quality practices and acumen.
• Provide consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
• Proficient engineering professional responsible for managing and executing small projects of minimal complexity.
• Assist in developing the scope of work for routine projects.
• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, specifications, and other project related documents.
• Analyze data, and perform engineering calculations and analysis for PE review.
• Conduct, coordinate or supervise field investigations, laboratory testing, and evaluation of respective data.
• Develop plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Work closely with senior-level project manager and Professional Engineer of Record to gain project management and engineering experience.
• Makes design recommendations, adaptations and modifications for review and consideration by the Professional Engineer of Record.
• Prepares work scope, proposals and reports and plans investigations for approval by senior level professionals.
• May supervise field staff including graduate/field engineers, engineering technicians, exploration teams, laboratory staff and other support personnel.
• Interacts with client and project team in developing scope of services and communicating project progress.
• Works under the supervision of a Professional Engineer and a Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience.
• EIT preferred.
• Master’s degree in Engineering preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.