Soil Scientist - Dynamic Earth

Description

• The employee is expected to perform approximately 50 to 90 percent of their work week outdoors with the remaining time in the office. Outdoor work frequently includes walking on uneven surfaces in all types of weather conditions and may have exposure to animals, insects, plants, etc.
• Perform reviews of project documents to identify geotechnical considerations.
• Oversee engineering services during construction on projects involving shallow and deep foundations, support of excavations and earthwork operations
• Perform routine and complex field exploration programs for a wide range of project types including, but not limited to determination of Seasonal High Water and/or Groundwater levels, USCS and USDA soil classification and logging, rock core classification and logging, hydraulic conductivity and/or percolation testing, and groundwater well installation.
• Communicate field results during subsurface explorations with the project team and/or client, as required.
• Coordinate laboratory testing program based on the field results.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; sit, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, grasp, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; push or pull; talk and hear; use repetitive motions.
• Download field data and performing evaluation of the subsurface conditions to develop design recommendations and overall development considerations.
• Prepare initial geotechnical engineering reports with complied field investigation data and engineering analysis for review by project managers and supervisors.
• Efficiently communicate field investigation instructions to drilling/subcontractor based on the project scope.
• Prepare field boring/test pit logs on a variety of projects to document subsurface composition and groundwater levels.
• Prepare construction phase inspection data reports with engineering observations and test results for review by project managers and supervisors

Requirements

• 0 -3 years’ experience in geotechnical consulting, construction material inspections or laboratory testing. Beneficial experience includes classifying soils in accordance with USDA or USCS, hydraulic conductivity and/or percolation testing, understanding and directing subsurface explorations, performing laboratory testing, and compiling data.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Software Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to understand general computer commands and learn supporting software for entering field data, laboratory data, timesheets, etc.
• Self-starter who can work independently and with team members.
• Must have hands-on experience with metric and English tools.
• The employee is subject to hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to various heat/cold temperatures typical of the region or exposure to chemicals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use various geotechnical software programs.
• Ability to maintain and operate personal and/or company vehicle.
• Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS), Professional Geologist, Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred or have the ability to obtain these certificates within 9 months of hire.
• Independent and critical thinking.
• Experience dealing with regulatory agencies and review professionals.
• Onsite soil/septic evaluation, hydrogeologic study, on-site soil/septic evaluation experience a plus but not required.
• Knowledge of the planning and zoning process.
• Ability to work outdoors and in an office setting, as required.
• The employee is required to have visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading and visual inspections of site plans.
• Familiar with the use of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar software’s to assist in the production of site plan drawings.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• American Concrete Institute (ACI) concrete field-testing technician certificate, accredited construction inspection/materials testing certificates, OSHA 40, OSHA 10, and/or American Portable Nuclear Gauge Association (APNGA) gauge training preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Soil Science, Geology or related engineering field; geotechnical engineering concentration preferred.
• Proficient in the use of available mapping websites for due diligence and site investigation purposes.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Parental Leave
• Pathways for Career Advancement
• Disability and 401k Retirement Accounts

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance