Staff Geotechnical Engineer 2

Haley & Aldrich; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer 2 in Vienna, VA, to support diverse project teams. Ideal candidates will have a B.S. in Civil Engineering, an M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering, and 0-2 years of relevant experience.

The position involves fieldwork, construction monitoring, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. A competitive annual salary of $57,000 – $80,000 is offered, alongside a commitment to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of relevant geotechnical experience including on-site construction monitoring.
• Knowledge of geotechnical instrumentation programs and ground movement studies.
• Certification in core discipline, such as EIT or PE, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction monitoring and on-site engineering observation.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Prepare and implement safety programs and adhere to Health and Safety Plans.

Skills

Geotechnical experience

Construction monitoring

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Computer literacy

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Staff Geotechnical Engineer 2

Location: Vienna, VA

Employment type: Full‑time

We are seeking an experienced geotechnical engineer to support diverse project teams in a dynamic environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Working heavily in the field with construction monitoring, drilling, water/soil sampling
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary project teams and support team members to address client goals and objectives
• Understand client needs and develop strong client relationships
• Be capable of managing financial and technical aspects of project tasks
• Be motivated to communicate changes, problems, and client requests promptly
• Demonstrate very strong verbal communication and written skills including internal correspondence, client deliverables and regulatory submittals
• Assist in identifying and communicating technical issues and approaches for evaluation, contribute to development of technical approaches to problem‑solving and scopes of work, and execute project tasks to meet technical, quality, budgetary and scheduling requirements
• Have experience with preparation and implementation of safety programs, adhere to Site Specific Health and Safety Plans, and participate in site safety briefings and audits
• Monitor subsurface exploration and testing activities (e.g., test borings, geoprobes, CPTs) to collect soil, bedrock, and groundwater samples, perform soil classification, and collect other pertinent information for project design in accordance with ASTM standards, company standard procedures, and other industry guidelines
• Provide construction monitoring/on‑site engineering observation for both geotechnical and environmental projects
• Compile, reduce, analyze, manage, and report field, instrumentation, geological, and/or environmental data using spreadsheets and other tools
• Conduct and analyze routine data collection, synthesis, management and analysis using approved procedures appropriate for the discipline
• Interpret and communicate technical aspects of the project to onsite personnel
• Demonstrate strong aptitude and eagerness for coaching and mentoring

Skills & Experience

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or other related discipline required
• M.S. degree in Geotechnical Engineering required
• 0‑2 years of relevant geotechnical experience that includes on‑site construction monitoring and experience with excavation, construction dewatering, temporary excavation support systems, and/or slope stability evaluations; experience with coal combustion residuals (coal ash) is a plus
• EIT certification is a plus
• Knowledge of geotechnical instrumentation programs and related ground movement studies, and experience with monitoring ground movements caused by construction activities, reviewing monitoring data, and communicating results with contractors and owners
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, flexibility, and willingness to see projects through to completion are a must
• Certification in core discipline, such as EIT or PE, is a plus
• Strong computer literacy skills, including proficiency in MS Office software and data management
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, have reliable transportation to travel to job sites and the office, and be willing and able to travel to temporary assignments
• OSHA 40‑hr. HAZWOPER and OSHA 10‑hr. Construction Site Safety training preferred (or provided as needed)

Salary range: $57,000 – $80,000 annually

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.