Transportation Geotechnical Field Engineer

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Kenilworth Estates (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon Consultants, Inc. is seeking a entry-level Engineering Intern to contribute to geotechnical exploration and design for transportation projects across Tennessee. This role involves field investigations, data collection, analysis, and reporting under supervision.

Responsibilities include safety adherence, data evaluation, and collaboration with engineers and technicians. Travel may be required, with in-office work at TN locations Chattanooga, Knoxville, Nashville or Memphis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and participate in pre-task planning.
• Perform and/or lead field investigations, engineering analysis and calculations.
• Prepare reports or sections of larger reports with data reviews.
• Consult with engineers and supervisors on projects.
• Work under supervision of a Professional Engineer.

Skills

Engineering calculations

Field investigations

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Engineering Intern (Engineer in Training)

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Contribute to geotechnical engineering exploration and design focused on transportation projects across the state of Tennessee. 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. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in calculations and reports. Apply sound engineering principles under supervision and mentorship of senior engineering staff.

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
• Understand and practice quality acumen.
• Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
• Developing engineering professional; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Assist in research, data collection, field observation, inspection, and field and laboratory testing. Prepare associated reports or sections of larger reports.
• Evaluate mostly routine laboratory and field data for inclusion in reports.
• Consult with other technical people and supervisors on projects.
• Perform calculations and engineering analysis
• May work with engineering technician and exploration crews in testing, observations and data gathering activities on project sites and prepare daily reports documenting activities and findings.
• Works under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineering Intern (Engineer in Training) (Or ability to obtain)
• May require overnight work and travel
• In-office required within a TN Terracon office: Chattanooga, Knoxville, Nashville or Memphis