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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client’s Geotechnical team in Boston is hiring an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer to support field and office tasks on a variety of transportation, water, energy, and private infrastructure projects.

• Assist with geotechnical field work and site investigations: soil/rock boring logging, test pit sampling, infiltration testing, and drilling observation.
• Assign and coordinate appropriate laboratory testing and interpret analytical results.
• Prepare clear field notes, technical memos, internal/external correspondence, and geotechnical reports.
• Perform engineering analyses under the guidance of licensed engineers, including slope stability, settlement, and deep foundation modeling.
• Support design teams by integrating geotechnical recommendations into site and foundation designs.
• Monitor and troubleshoot geotechnical issues during construction and earthwork operations.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and laboratories to ensure quality and safety on projects.
• Participate in and promote site safety and the company’s safety culture.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geotechnical/Civil Engineering, Geology, or related discipline.
• 0–3 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience (internships and co-ops count).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on multi-disciplinary teams.
• Positive, safety-first attitude and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness to travel overnight for field assignments (up to 50% travel).

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Preferred Qualifications & Tools

• EIT or GIT certification preferred (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• Experience with gINT, LPILE, SlopeW, and/or CAD is a plus.
• Familiarity with geotechnical field sampling and lab testing coordination.

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About the Confidential Client

Confidential Client’s New England geotechnical team delivers technical excellence across complex projects. The team emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and collaboration. You’ll work alongside engineers, scientists, and construction professionals who value learning, safety, and practical problem-solving.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

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Benefits & Compensation

Confidential Client offers a competitive benefits package and career development support.

• Salary range (Massachusetts Wage Transparency): $64,550 - $86,220 per year.
• Typical benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid holidays.
• Career development: reimbursement for continuing education, training support, and internal mentoring programs.

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Working Conditions & Other Details

• Employment type: Full-time.
• Location: Boston, MA office (role requires in-person field work and travel).
• This position requires fieldwork in variable site conditions and regular travel for drilling and construction observation.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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