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Geosyntec Consultants · 3 weeks ago

Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer

Columbia, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$64K/yr - $95K/yr

2+ years exp

Geosyntec Consultants is an innovative engineering and consulting firm dedicated to addressing complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. They are seeking an Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer to oversee field investigations, perform engineering calculations, and support landfill design while gaining valuable business skills through mentorship.

ConsultingCRMEnvironmental ConsultingInformation TechnologyInnovation Management

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Overseeing geotechnical and environmental field investigations, including drilling, sampling, and instrumentation installation, for the purposes of site characterization and monitoring

Performing and reviewing engineering calculations, such as shallow and deep foundation design, slope stability, settlement, bearing capacity, seismic stability, seepage, and stormwater modelling

Incorporating geosynthetics in geotechnical and environmental design applications

Providing construction observations and contractor oversight during earthwork activities, geosynthetics installation, and construction of private and public projects

Performing and/or supporting landfill design and permitting

Evaluating the impact of earthquakes on the built environment

Performing dam and levee evaluations

Developing construction documents, plans, and specifications; and

Writing and reviewing engineering reports, memoranda, and proposals

Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed

Qualification

Geotechnical engineeringFoundation designSoil mechanicsEngineering softwareTechnical writingHealth & Safety trainingCommitment to career developmentInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, geotechnical, geological engineering, or related field

Strong oral and technical writing skills

Commitment to career development and growth

Regular field work and overnight travel

Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing

Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel

Candidates must currently hold and maintain valid U.S. work authorization. New H-1B visa lottery and employment based green card sponsorship are not available for this position