Staff Engineer

About the role

Provide engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients. This may include performing and/or leading field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided. Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes. Research and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or lead field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations.
• Design and develop plans and specifications.
• Observe and inspect projects.
• Write, prepare, and review related reports.
• Review drawings and construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Prepare proposals and cost estimates.
• Track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes.
• Research and resolve design and construction problems.
• Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports.
• Apply sound engineering principles and communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to clients and project teams.
• Manage and execute small projects of minimal complexity.
• Develop the scope of work for routine projects.
• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, specifications, and other project-related documents.
• Analyze data, perform engineering calculations and analysis for PE review.
• Conduct, coordinate, or supervise field investigations, laboratory testing, and evaluation of respective data.
• Develop plans, schedules, and conduct detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Work closely with senior-level project managers and Professional Engineers of Record to gain project management and engineering experience.
• Make design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications for review and consideration by the Professional Engineer of Record.
• Prepare work scopes, proposals, and reports and plans investigations for approval by senior-level professionals.
• Supervise field staff including graduate/field engineers, engineering technicians, exploration teams, laboratory staff, and other support personnel.
• Interact with clients and project teams in developing scope of services and communicating project progress.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience.
• Master’s degree in Engineering preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

About Us

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.