Staff Engineer I: Geotechnical & Materials Testing

Braun Intertec Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Braun Intertec is seeking a Staff Engineer to join our Urbandale, IA office. The successful candidate will be encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.

The role emphasizes performing field and laboratory tests, working both independently and as part of a team, and developing geotechnical and materials expertise with potential to obtain a Professional Engineer license. A Bachelor's in civil engineering and EIT eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Perform field-related services at least 50% of time.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds regularly.
• Travel up to 25% of time.

Responsibilities

• Perform various field and laboratory tests.
• Work independently on specific assignments of limited scope and with engineers and on larger projects as a team member.
• Prepare proposals for geotechnical and material testing projects.
• Manage basic geotechnical and material testing projects.
• Maintain client communications and build client relations.
• Develops solutions, makes recommendations, and prepares engineering reports for review.
• Observe construction in progress and reports to project engineer.
• Gain experience relevant to obtain Professional Engineer license.

Skills

Driver's license

Field testing

Communication skills

Lift 50 lbs

Travel 25%

Education

Bachelors in civil engineering (geotechnical/materials)

EIT certification or eligible within 6 months

Job description

Braun Intertec is seeking a Staff Engineer to join our Urbandale, IA office. The successful candidate will be encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.

The role emphasizes performing field and laboratory tests, working both independently and as part of a team, and developing geotechnical and materials expertise with potential to obtain a Professional Engineer license. A Bachelor's in civil engineering and EIT eligibility are required.