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Geotechnical Engineer

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Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2025

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881.  In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all!  Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success. 

We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work.

Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team.

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Who we are looking for:

This position will apply engineering methodologies and principals to provide geotechnical and related services under general supervision of experienced engineers. This may include performing and/or leading subsurface investigations, engineering analysis and calculations, design and development of plans and specifications, and the preparation and review of reports for services provided.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Receives guidance from senior engineers and project managers.
  • Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria to provide quality engineering services
  • Performs field reconnaissance in completion of assignments
  • Conducts and coordinates field logging and managing drilling program for variety of projects
  • Prepares and reviews laboratory test results and make recommendations
  • Performs and evaluates subsurface investigations including borings and test pits
  • Maintains project budgets, record keeping, materials testing, and inspections
  • Communicates and coordinates with other engineers, drill crews, admin personnel, sub-consultants and contractors to provide service
  • Prepares and reviews technical reports and letters
  • Satisfies multiple and unrelated deadlines
  • Ensures project reports are completed and submitted timely
  • Ensures accuracy for all items related to billing and invoicing for projects
  • Provides input relative to needs of client to Project Manager
  • Provides stellar client service and stellar service delivery with each client interaction.
  • Other duties as assigned

What you need to have:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical, Geological, or a related field
  • Typically 4 years of experience
  • I.T certification required
  • May have P.E. license
  • Must be detail oriented
  • Strong project or task management skills, including scheduling, execution and follow-up
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills both oral and written
  • Ability to successfully manage numerous assignments and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently, and within a team environment to achieve goals
  • Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record

Check out our Perks Benefits:

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

  • Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
  • Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Company–observed paid holidays
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • 401K retirement
  • Company Cell Phone Tablet 
  • Use of Company Vehicle for every day onsite travel

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and highly encourage resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.

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