Early Career Geotechnical Engineer

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. • Norwood, MA

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is offering an exciting opportunity for an Early Career Geotechnical Engineer eager to build real-world experience on large, high-impact heavy civil and infrastructure real estate/building development, and energy projects. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about hands-on fieldwork. You’ll travel to various locations across the United States, working on diverse project sites and playing a key role in supporting construction efforts. While the position is based in our Norwood, Massachusetts office (with flexibility to align with other GZA locations), much of your time will be spent in the field—gaining invaluable, boots-on-the-ground experience. We’re looking for someone who enjoys working outdoors, including in marine environments, and brings a strong foundation in geotechnical engineering principles. If you're ready to take your skills beyond the classroom and make a tangible impact on major infrastructure projects, this is your chance. GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of over 60 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environments. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on environmental, geotechnical, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and project location.

Requirements

• BS degree in Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering and 2+ years of relevant professional work experience (Master’s degree with Geotechnical concentration may substitute for up to 2 years).
• Strong academic knowledge of geotechnical engineering; including advanced soil mechanics, deep foundations, shallow foundations, slope stability, seismic engineering, retaining wall design, earth retention, settlement of compressible soils, and ground improvement techniques.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) required; intent to obtain PE when eligible.
• Effective communication, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills resulting in exceptional rapport with people.
• Attention to detail with excellent analytical capabilities.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting.
• Ability to travel regionally to project work sites for assignments and the physical ability to work in wide-ranging environmental conditions. Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and have personal automobile.
• Ability to understand design drawings and relate them to construction activities.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime and weekends as required to meet construction schedule of clients.

Nice To Haves

• Desire to obtain Master’s degree while working if not yet obtained.
• Experience with observing and/or testing deep foundations and heavy civil/marine construction a plus.
• Experience with software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, gINT, BoreDM, SupportIT, DeepEX, GRLWEAP, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, LPILE, GROUP, and Settle3D.

Responsibilities

• Role within next several months will be to support GZA’s large infrastructure projects on work sites. Depending on project will require ability to travel weekly to site with option to come home on weekends or stay near project work site. Role also includes long-term career growth and opportunity within GZA’s geotechnical practice.
• Performing field construction observation during installation of shallow and deep foundation installation and testing, and other tasks related to construction for compliance with plans and specifications and code.
• Executing subsurface exploration and in-situ testing programs to evaluate soil and bedrock conditions in connection with foundation design & construction projects.
• Evaluating field data and performing engineering analyses/calculations, such as slope stability, bearing capacity, settlement, axial/lateral pile analyses, and evaluation of earth support.
• Writing field summary reports, drafts of field and engineering reports, technical specifications, and other technical documents.
• Assisting with submittal reviews and requests for information during construction
• Communicating effectively and efficiently with contractors, clients, and team members.
• Support GZA’s “One Company” approach by assisting with tasks outside primary responsibilities as needed.
• Perform work safely. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

Benefits

• Employee-owned firm with opportunities for company stock ownership.
• Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources. Nationally recognized for providing underground engineering excellence for foundations, tunnels, dams, buried utilities, marine facilities, highways, railroads, site development and temporary underground structures.
• Support and encouragement of professional development and a focus on continued education and learning (including tuition reimbursement program).
• Mentorship and hands-on training from industry experts, with a clear path toward long-term career growth.
• Candidate is technical exempt professional eligible for compensation on hourly basis above 40-hour base.
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays and wellness time, medical, dental, vision, and 401k retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees