About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

You will join the project team supporting geotechnical, civil, and environmental projects with a balance of fieldwork and office-based engineering. This entry-level role is designed to provide mentorship and practical experience while contributing to real projects.

• Support field investigations: observe and assist with soil borings, drilling oversight, monitor well installation, soil and rock classification, in‑situ testing, and sample collection (soil, groundwater, gas).
• Assist laboratory and data programs: support sample handling, coordinate with labs, and help manage data from testing programs.
• Analyze subsurface conditions: interpret geotechnical and geological data and assist in engineering evaluations.
• Prepare technical documentation: develop data tables, figures, and graphics; compare results to regulatory standards; assist with clear, organized technical reports.
• Construction & environmental support: perform site inspections, document conditions, and help ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders: communicate with drilling contractors, laboratories, vendors, internal team members, and clients.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, Mining, or a closely related field.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification is required or in progress; interest in pursuing PE licensure is expected.
• Strong interest in hands‑on field work and analytical geotechnical tasks.
• College‑level technical writing ability and strong attention to detail.
• Valid eligibility to work in the U.S. (I‑9 required). Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

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Physical Demands & Travel

This position includes regular fieldwork and may require out‑of‑town travel and occasional overnight stays.

• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Walk over rough, uneven terrain and stand for extended periods (potentially up to 12 hours).
• Routinely lift and carry up to 40–50 lbs (equipment and samples).
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours as project needs arise.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay: $89,656 per year (estimated).
• Full‑time position.
• Benefits package highlights:
  • Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution
  • Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) with rollover options
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement and credential incentive programs
  • Company vehicle with fuel card for project‑based work (when required)
  • Referral bonuses and employee recognition programs

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Why Join Confidential Client

• Structured mentorship and training to support career growth in geotechnical engineering.
• Variety of projects across transportation, energy, water, government, commercial, and industrial sectors.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture that values safety, technical excellence, and community impact.
• Real opportunity to build a long‑term engineering career and pursue professional licensure.

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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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