Early-Career Field Geotechnical Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Early-Career Field Geotechnical Engineer for their Johnson City, TN office. The role involves conducting geotechnical field investigations, monitoring construction projects, and performing engineering calculations. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering and some relevant work experience. The position requires significant fieldwork and travel, with a focus on applying academic knowledge to real-world engineering challenges.
Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Early-Career Field Geotechnical Engineer in our Johnson City, TN office. The position will have the opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world situations on projects involving field work and support, site characterization; earth retaining structures; deep foundations; dams and water containment structures; forensic investigations and litigation support; geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring; and numerical analysis of stability and deformation while learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Conducting geotechnical field investigations;
• Monitoring heavy civil construction projects;
• Performing and reviewing engineering calculations;
• Dam and levee evaluations;
• Developing construction documents; and
• Writing and reviewing engineering reports.
• Fieldwork: Up to 90%
• Overnight Travel: Up to 90%*
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing will be provided and is mandatory to work on client sites.*Current fieldwork is based out of the Knoxville, TN area.

Education and Licensure
• Bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering, or geology. (required)
• Advanced degree the same. (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications
• At least 2 years of internship or work experience in engineering consulting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Experience with geotechnical and engineering software such as AutoCAD, Slope/W, and PLAXIS. (preferred)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

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