Entry Level Staff Engineer -- Salt Lake City

Certerra is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve. With a 60-year history, Certerra operates from 30+ offices in 10 states and is ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list alongside the nation’s top firms. We invest in world-class laboratory facilities and interactive management technologies, offering professional services in geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, construction materials engineering and testing, nondestructive testing, and welding inspection across the southwestern United States.

About the role

We have a full-time opportunity for an Entry Level Staff Engineer with a career path to Project Manager. The candidate will work on public and private complex projects involving inspections and testing of construction materials in the field (quality control) across all offices in the Certerra/Southwest Division.

Responsibilities

• Work with project designers and clients to ensure client specifications are followed.
• Perform routine to complex inspections and testing of construction materials in the field.
• Prepare daily reports on observation activities.
• Conduct geotechnical lab and field testing.
• Review observation and test data for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with proposal scoping, estimating, and preparation.
• Track project budgets and prepare invoicing.
• Assist with training, supervision, and mentoring of junior staff as needed.
• Perform field inspections and testing as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• 4-year Civil Engineering degree (required).
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving history (required).
• EIT level accreditation (preferred).
• Knowledge of construction materials testing and observation experience (preferred).
• Ability to read and comprehend plans and specifications (preferred).
• Experience with performing IBC Special Inspections (preferred).
• Experience ranging from small to large complex construction and/or heavy highway projects (preferred).

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Proficient with MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and OneDrive.

Physical Demands

• Physical examination required to obtain medical clearance to work (report from medical professional).
• Ability to stoop, kneel, and routinely lift and carry 30 pounds.
• Clean driving record and capable of being insured for driving company vehicles.