Geotechnical Staff Engineer

About the role

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of geotechnical assignments including field logging and soil laboratory assignments.
• Perform geotechnical report writing.
• Review project plans and specifications prepared by others.
• Attend client site meetings.
• Communicate effectively with client and project teams.
• Work on one or multiple projects at a time.
• May perform on-site observations, sample collection, and specific tests.
• May work both in the field and laboratory regularly.
• Maintain awareness of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited/ABET school
• Knowledge and experience in engineering software (GeoStudio, APILE, LPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, SLIDE, Settle3 and MSEW) are preferred
• Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required
• The ability to read and understand work plans is required
• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
• May travel up to 15% of time
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required
• Able to lift, move, push, and pull 30 to 50 pounds occasionally

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of geotechnical engineering or construction materials testing experience
• Ability to obtain EIT/FE within 6 months

Benefits

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.