Job Title: Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Geotechnical Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to join our dynamic team. This role involves conducting field investigations, engineering analysis, and preparing related reports for various projects. The successful candidate will have a degree in geology, engineering geology, geological engineering, or civil engineering and must be comfortable with extensive travel and overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or lead field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations.
• Design and develop plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and preparation and review of 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.
• Perform basic geophysical field surveys such as electrical resistivity, ground penetrating radar, and utility locating.
• Observe and document geotechnical and geologic investigations including test borings and test pits.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects and participate in pre-task planning.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Assist in research, data collection, field observation, inspection, and field and laboratory testing.
• Evaluate routine laboratory and field data for inclusion in reports.
• Consult with other technical staff and supervisors on routine and less complex projects.
• Perform basic calculations and engineering analysis.
• Draft routine proposals and assist in the preparation of more complex proposals.
• Perform plan drafting using CAD software.
• Work with engineering technician crews in testing, observations, and data gathering activities on project sites, and prepare daily reports documenting activities and findings.
• Work under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, engineering geology, geological engineering, or civil engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in geotechnical engineering and foundation inspection.
• Experience with field sampling, bore sampling, and foundation inspection.
• Proficiency in geotechnical drilling, geotechnical analysis, and design.
• Strong understanding of construction inspection and geotechnical investigation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with CAD software for plan drafting.
• Ability to perform basic geophysical field surveys.
• Willingness to travel extensively and stay overnight in hotels.

Work Environment

The role involves a 70/30 split between fieldwork and office work. Fieldwork includes travel to various project sites in Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Southern New York. The office work includes meetings, training, lab testing, and other duties as needed. The work environment emphasizes safety, quality standards, and collaboration with other technical staff.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $75000.00

Full med, dental and vision
they provide 401k package
they also provide mileage and toll reimbursement of $0.67/mile

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Bridgewater,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $70,000 - $75,000