Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer jobs in United States
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Kleinfelder · 12 hours ago

Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer

positionExton, PA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
date0+ years exp

Kleinfelder is a company providing geotechnical services and engineering solutions for complex projects. They are seeking an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer to support their Geotechnical Services team with field investigations, engineering analysis, and collaboration with design teams.

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Responsibilities

Provide support in geotechnical field investigations, encompassing the logging of borings and test pits with detailed soil and rock classification
Perform engineering analysis under the guidance of a professional engineer
Prepare geotechnical reports
Collaborate with design teams to incorporate geotechnical aspects into site designs
Assist with geotechnical laboratory testing

Qualification

Geotechnical laboratory testingSoilRock classificationEngineer-in-Training CertificateSite gradingSlope stability analysisSoil improvement techniquesErosionSediment controlGINT softwareLpile softwareSlopeW softwareCAD softwareAnalytical judgementWillingness to learnVerbal communicationWritten communicationOrganizational skillsAttention to detailProblem-solving skillsTeam collaborationIndependent work

Required

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (geotechnical emphasis preferred)
Engineer-in-Training Certificate
0-3 years of experience in the following areas: Geotechnical laboratory testing, Site grading, Stormwater management, Slope stability analysis, Soil and rock classification, Soil improvement techniques, Erosion and sediment control
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical judgement and problem-solving skills
A thirst to learn and achieve continuous improvement in a team environment
Demonstrate experience with, or the ability to readily learn earthwork and foundation construction observation
Ability to work independently and with a team in a multi-disciplinary environment
Willingness to travel overnight

Preferred

Master's degree in geotechnical engineering
Experience with gINT, Lpile, SlopeW and CAD software
Knowledge of infrastructure, drilling operations, and heavy civil project design and construction

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid holidays

Company

Kleinfelder

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Kleinfelder is an employee-owned engineering, science, and architecture consulting firm.
dateFounded in 1961
location
San Diego, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.kleinfelder.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2023-09-19Acquired

Leadership Team

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David Goershel
Executive Vice President - South Division Director
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