Staff Engineer - Geotechnical
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 multiple projects at a time.
- May perform on-site observations, sample collection, and specific tests.
- May work both in the field and laboratory regularly.
- Must be aware 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited/ABET school is required.
- Recent Graduates will be considered.
- Ability to obtain EIT/FE certification within 6 months of hire is required.
- 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 10% of time.
- Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required.
- Able to lift, move, push, and pull 30 to 50 pounds occasionally.
Qualifications
- The ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound.
- The ability to kneel and squat occasionally.
- The ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
- The ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (hot and cold).
- The ability to climb occasionally.
Skills
- 1+ years of geotechnical engineering or construction materials testing experience.
- WE WILL TRAINEIT/FE certification.
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.
Pay
Competitive compensation packages.
Schedule
Flexible schedule to accommodate project needs.
Company Info
Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains.
About Us
Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
About The Team
The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.