Early-Career Geologist or Engineer
About The Position
Geosyntec is seeking an Early-Career Geologist or Engineer to join its Bainbridge Island, Washington team. The role provides an opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world environmental and geotechnical projects for private- and public-sector clients while developing consulting and project-delivery skills. The employee will work with experienced geologists, engineers, scientists, and other technical professionals to support field investigations, evaluate environmental and geotechnical subsurface conditions, analyze data, and prepare technical deliverables. Fieldwork averages approximately 50%, although some weeks may be entirely in the field. Outdoor work in varying terrain and weather, and possible overnight travel, may be required according to project needs. Geosyntec is an international engineering and consulting firm serving public- and private-sector clients on environmental, natural-resource, and civil-infrastructure challenges. The firm offers competitive pay and benefits, as well as well-being programs. The stated compensation range for Bainbridge Island is $28.54–$38.54 per hour or $80,168.40–$92,350 per year. Actual compensation depends on education, experience, skill set, and location.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in geology, environmental engineering, civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a relevant field.
- Willingness and ability to perform regular outdoor fieldwork in varying terrain and weather conditions, with possible overnight travel as project needs require.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and satisfactory driving record for business travel.
- Client-driven drug and background testing is required.
- Health and safety, first aid, CPR, and other training, as well as medical monitoring, are provided and paid for by the firm.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree in geology, environmental engineering, civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related field.
- Geologist in Training (GIT) certification or Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, if applicable.
- Relevant internship, co-op, or prior work experience.
- Prior research experience in contaminated media or remediation technology.
- Experience with ArcGIS, Microsoft Access, Slide, or borehole logging software such as gINT.
- Strong knowledge of the area and local ties.
- Ability to accurately observe and document field conditions, organize and evaluate data, and communicate technical information clearly.
Responsibilities
- Support planning and execution of environmental and geotechnical field investigations, including logging soil, rock, and groundwater conditions during hand explorations and observing drilled borings, test pits, and rock coring.
- Provide field oversight for construction, earthworks, subcontractor, and remediation activities; document site conditions and verify work follows project plans and safety requirements.
- Prepare exploration logs and classify soil and rock under the guidance of experienced geologists.
- Assist with geologic hazards mapping, including slopes, geologic features, rock outcrops, and landslides.
- Collect soil, soil vapor/air, surface water, and groundwater samples in accordance with work plans and applicable procedures.
- Perform field activities involving well installation, aquifer testing, landfill gas collection and control system monitoring and operations, and groundwater monitoring.
- Support chemical data and contaminant fate and transport evaluations.
- Support groundwater and soil remedy evaluations, cost estimation, design calculations, and implementation.
- Support data evaluation, including preparation of maps, tables, and figures.
- Support environmental due diligence and prepare environmental and geotechnical technical reports, letters, memoranda, and proposals.
- Coordinate with project managers, field staff, laboratories, and subcontractors to plan field activities, support site access, communicate findings, and track project tasks.
- Drive company, rental, and personal vehicles to project sites and other business locations as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and well-being programs supporting employees and their families.
- 9 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.
- A minimum of 8 sick days and 11 vacation days per year, in line with state or federal requirements.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for employees and their families.
- 401(k).
- A variety of leaves of absence and other benefits for eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
