Geotechnical Field Engineer

Description

• Work in alignment with construction schedules, which may require early morning, evening, and overnight field work.
• Perform geotechnical field investigations, explorations, geologic reconnaissance, and site mapping.
• 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.
• Assist in preparing geotechnical reports and project documentation.
• Support geotechnical laboratory testing and analysis.
• Coordinate with subcontractors in the field to complete scope-of-work activities.
• Perform basic engineering calculations, data interpretation, and technical analysis.
• Prepare geotechnical field boring logs, soil and rock sampling, and field permeability testing.
• Travel to field assignments throughout NJ, NY, PA, and CT; occasional overnight stays may be required.

Requirements

• Visual acuity required for data analysis, computer use, reading, and site inspections.
• OSHA 10-hr or 40-hr HAZWOPER training – plus.
• Exposure to outdoor elements including insects, plants, animals, and environmental temperatures typical of the region.
• Experience with RSLog or gINT– plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• In-house Safety Training and free PPE to field staff.
• Occasional exposure to hazards such as moving mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical systems, heights, scaffolding, or chemicals.
• Outdoor work performed 50–90% of the time, often on uneven terrain and in varying weather conditions.
• Must have a reliable form of transportation to travel between job sites and the office/lab with equipment and/or samples. Miles, tolls, and parking reimbursed.
• Green Infrastructure project experience and permeability testing is a plus
• The employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental and climate conditions
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or a related field
• 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.
• Ability and willingness to work alternate hours, to include overnight hours as required by the project specific requirements.
• 0 to 3 years of experience as a Geotechnical Field Engineer.
• Sites may require commute as long as 1 hour to 3 hours of driving. Sometimes overnight stay for the duration of the project.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 35 lbs. occasionally up to 75 lbs.
• Previous internship experience a plus.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, crawl, grasp, reach, push/pull, and perform repetitive motions as needed for field tasks.
• Previous internship or field experience in geotechnical engineering – plus.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification – plus.

Benefits

• Reliable transportation to travel between job sites and office/lab (mileage, tolls & parking reimbursed).
• Health Insurance Benefits with HSA option.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Purpose driven opportunity to work on exciting infrastructure and sustainability projects building America.
• Learning and Development initiatives.
• Daily travel ranging from 1 to 3 hours depending on project location; overnight travel may be required.
• Disability, Life Insurance, and 401K Retirement Accounts.
• Inclusive culture celebrating diversity.
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Paid Holidays.
• Career Advancements.
• Company Holiday Party, Company Summer Outings, Friday Breakfast, Monthly Heritage Celebration Lunch, Lunch & Learn Programs.
• Dedicated mentorship program.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance