Staff Professional II (Geotechnical)

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401k with company match

Health savings account (HSA) option

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Long-term disability

Basic life insurance

Job summary

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc. is seeking a near-entry level Geotechnical Engineer to support geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing/inspection projects across public and private sectors.

You will perform field explorations, in-situ testing, laboratory analysis, and develop technical reports under supervision of Professional Engineers. The role offers growth toward a Project Engineer I position, with responsibilities ranging from project planning to client

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience; internships count.
• EIT certification required.
• Ability to interpret engineering and construction plans and specs.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Office and field work ability.
• Evenings/weekends and travel availability.
• Lift 60–80 pounds including samples/equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support geotechnical and CMT projects for public and private clients.
• Conduct test borings and pit observations during subsurface explorations.
• Collect, review, and analyze field and laboratory data.
• Classify soils and evaluate subsurface conditions per standards.
• Review CMT field reports for accuracy in a PM role.
• Prepare geotechnical calculations, analyses, and reports.
• Assist in evaluating subsurface conditions and form recommendations.
• Support project planning with engineers and PMs.
• Perform occasional on-site CMT testing and inspections (soil, concrete).
• Ensure testing complies with standards, specs, and QA requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Office and field work

Evenings/weekends travel flexibility

Soil/Concrete sampling handling

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Engineering software

Job description

WHO IS HILLIS-CARNES? Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates (HCEA) is a multi-disciplined ENR Top 500 engineering firm with 20 offices in the mid-Atlantic and Florida. We have demonstrated a history of success for the past 35 years. We are 100% employee-owned ESOP, and our history of success can be attributed to our motivational employee owners. We believe in fostering teamwork, rewarding ambition, and providing opportunities for professional advancement.

At HCEA, we can contribute our continuing success to multiple facets, but above all we are successful because of our knowledgeable, ambitious, and reliable employees who make every day count.

Position Overview

This position supports the Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Materials Testing/Inspection departments by contributing to a variety of public and private sector projects. This position performs field explorations, in-situ field testing, laboratory analysis, engineering evaluations and computations, technical reporting, and construction materials testing while working collaboratively with engineers, technicians, and project managers. This is a "near" entry level professional position, and the candidate will work under the supervision of Professional Engineers (in general). Prior professional internships while in college will count toward experience level. The candidate may serve as Project Manager for Geotechnical or CMT projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing/inspection projects for public and private sector clients.
• Conduct and document test boring and test pit observations during subsurface explorations.
• Perform, collect, review, and analyze geotechnical field and laboratory data.
• Classify soils and evaluate subsurface conditions in accordance with applicable standards.
• Review daily construction materials testing (CMT) field reports for accuracy and completeness in a Project Manager role.
• Prepare geotechnical calculations, analyses, and technical reports.
• Assist in evaluating subsurface conditions and developing engineering recommendations.
• Support project managers and senior engineers with project planning and execution.
• Perform occasional on-site construction materials testing and inspection services, including soil, concrete, and related materials.
• Ensure testing and inspection activities comply with applicable standards, project specifications, and quality requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience; prior professional internships while in college will be considered.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
• Ability to interpret engineering and construction plans and specifications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments.
• Ability to occasionally work evenings, weekends, and overnight travel assignments.
• Ability to lift and carry 60-80 pounds, including soil and concrete samples and testing equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting geotechnical investigations, testing, and monitoring programs.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and related engineering software.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining quality and client service standards.
• Experience developing client relationships and supporting business development initiatives.
• Self-motivated professional with a strong commitment to technical excellence and customer service.

Position Offering

This position may progress to Project Engineer I role based on demonstrated proficiency, management capabilities, business development contributions and leadership performance.

We are proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer an appealing benefits package. A few of these perks include: 100% Employer-Paid Benefits (Long-Term Disability, Basic Life & Employee Assistance Program), Health (W/ Health Savings Account Option), Disability, 401k w/ Company Match, Generous Compensation for Employee-Referrals, Tuition Reimbursement and many more!

For the past several years, Engineering News-Record named Hillis-Carnes to its ranking of Top 500 Design Firms in the nation for its continued rapid growth.

Need another reason to join in on the success? We offer an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in which employees are given shares in the company, held in an outside trust. The more successful the company is, the more valuable the shares become.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary: $65000 - $80000 per year