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Geotechnical Staff Engineer

Froehling & Robertson
Chesapeake, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025

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.

Join stability. Apply now!

Who we are looking for :

F&R is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer ! This position will provide professional geotechnical engineering services on a variety of public and private sector projects including : buildings, bridges, roadways and pavements, retaining and shoring structures, underground infrastructure, storage tanks, towers, slopes and embankments, dams and other civil works projects. Services will be performed during both the design and construction phases of projects.

What you'll be doing :

Specific duties include, but not limited to :

  • Work with other members of the geotechnical services department including geologists, technicians, drill crews and sub-consultants to deliver exceptional results.
  • Prepare geotechnical project work scopes, budgets, and proposals.
  • Plan and coordinate field exploration programs including site reconnaissance.
  • Perform soil and rock classification.
  • Plan and coordinate geotechnical laboratory testing programs.
  • Perform geotechnical engineering analysis, calculations, and computer modeling.
  • Develop geotechnical engineering design parameters and recommendations.
  • Prepare geotechnical engineering reports and deliverables.
  • Manage geotechnical engineering projects, including project schedules, budgets, and invoicing.
  • Communicate with existing and potential clients.
  • Site visits during construction phase to ensure successful implementation of geotechnical recommendations.

What you need to have :

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited College or University
  • EIT or PE license or able to obtain PE license
  • Typically 2 years experience preferred
  • Proficient with writing and reviewing technical reports.
  • Valid Driver's license with insurable driving record.
  • Able to travel locally to / from project sites.
  • Able to work extended hours when workload dictates.
  • Able to effectively communicate with internal and external clients through in-person, written, verbal, and electronic methods.
  • 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 :

  • In-House continuous training
  • 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
  • Company vehicle provided for commuting as well as travel to / from job sites
  • 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.

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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