Staff Geotechnical Engineer 2

Haley & Aldrich; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer 2 in Boston, MA to join their team. This full-time position involves conducting field investigations, preparing documentation, and performing geotechnical evaluations using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering and 0-3+ years of experience. Strong communication and time management skills are essential for success in this role, aimed at contributing to diverse projects and enhancing community safety and well-being.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• 0 - 3+ years of related experience.
• Proficient technical writing, verbal communication, and reasoning skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Desire to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and assessments of soil and groundwater.
• Prepare documentation of field activities and data evaluation.
• Perform geotechnical evaluations and use relevant software.
• Assist with development of scopes of work and cost estimating.
• Demonstrate safety protocols and behaviors.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Reasoning

Time management

Flexibility

Education

Master's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Civil 3D

Geotechnical analysis software

Job description

Find your path and enjoy the journey at Haley & Aldrich. With us, you’ll tackle clients’ most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments – and, in turn, build stronger communities. You’ll work with teams of passionate colleagues, driven by a commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning.

As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well-being, and quality of life. Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development.

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer 2 to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a full-time position located in our Boston, MA office.

Duties/Responsibilities

In this position, you will:

• Independently conduct field investigations and assessments of soil, groundwater, surface water, etc., using approved industry standard procedures.
• Conduct basic construction observation, including quality control documentation and field testing tasks.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and detailed documentation of activities both in the field and during data evaluation.
• Apply academic training and use computer software to perform calculations and evaluation of information.
• Perform geotechnical evaluations, summarize information, and use AutoCAD, Revit and Civil 3D on projects.
• Draft technical sections of project communications and reports.
• Assist with the development of technical scopes of work and cost estimating for proposal efforts on small- to medium-sized tasks or project opportunities.
• Perform all work in accordance with company and client health and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate the company’s foundational safety behaviors.

Skills/Experience

Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, or related field.
• 0 - 3+ years of related experience.
• Proficient technical writing, verbal communication, reasoning, and time management skills.
• Able to work independently or with minimal direction in performing tasks and assignments under the direction of senior staff.
• Desire to learn and grow in your profession, demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, resourcefulness, flexibility, and ownership.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit and/or relevant geotechnical analysis software.
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position: lift 50 lbs., traverse unstable/sloping sites and landscapes, work outside in a range of weather conditions, and have the stamina for moderate physical activity for the majority of field working hours.
• Able to travel to work locations that may require overnight stays.

Preferred Skills:

• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training.
• Specialized software applications relevant to geotechnical engineering.
• Revit skills a plus.

The salary range for this position in Boston, MA is $70,000 - $85,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market.

About Haley & Aldrich

Haley & Aldrich is committed to solving our clients’ most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments. Our team of 1,000+ engineers and scientists across the United States draws inspiration from one mission: to work closely with clients as they navigate change to create safer, more robust places to live and work. Since our founding in 1957, organizations across the public and private sectors have relied on us for technical excellence and empathetic leadership that achieve results and secure a thriving tomorrow. Find us at haleyaldrich.com and LinkedIn.

Haley & Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran, or any other legally protected status. We offer excellent career growth, a highly competitive total compensation plan, and a solid benefits package. Interested candidates should apply on our Careers page.

Note to external search firms: Haley & Aldrich does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Please do not send resumes to Haley & Aldrich employees. Please work through a Talent Acquisition Manager.