Entry Level Geotechnical Field Engineer

Kleinfelder • Irving, TX

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About The Position

Take Your Geotechnical Career to the Next Level Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Geotechnical team is looking for you! From earthquake and seismic engineering to the latest trenchless technology methods, Kleinfelder's Geotechnical Services support the planning, engineering, and construction of complex projects, and our specialists are leading experts in their fields. Kleinfelder's Irving, Texas office is currently seeking an Entry Level Field Engineer to join the team! We're looking for a person with strong initiative, who will perform routine to complex geotechnical sampling, inspection and testing in the field, in accordance with the plans and specifications. The field engineer will prepare daily reports and data sheets and may be called upon to perform various tasks at the discretion of the supervisor. Responsibilities include documenting subsurface conditions, recording geotechnical sampling activities, logging soil and rock classifications, and maintaining accurate field notes in accordance with project specifications. The Field Engineer may also support laboratory testing activities. Working well in a fast-paced, team-orientated environment is a must. Strong communication skills are necessary to succeed in this role.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• EIT or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 0 to 3 years' experience in the provision of geotechnical-related engineering field
• Ability to read and review test procedures, standards, plans, and specifications.
• Must have valid TX Driver's License
• This position requires travel and/or night work.

Responsibilities

• Perform soil and groundwater sampling, soil samples, logging , observations and testing on materials testing projects to verify conformance to the construction plans and specifications.
• Submitting daily field reports and data reports summarizing daily activities.
• Geotechnical laboratory testing experience is a plus.
• Conduct engineering calculations under the supervision of a professional engineer.
• Maintaining objectives, initiatives, and overall goals set forth by the project manager.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level