Field Engineer- Rail

GeoStabilization International

9d • $60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Field Engineer supports GeoStabilization International’s geohazard mitigation projects through hands-on technical work in the field. This role involves site investigations, geotechnical testing, data collection, reporting, and daily coordination with construction and engineering teams. Field Engineers travel frequently to project sites, applying their technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geological Engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and evaluate technical solutions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; familiarity with slope stability software (e.g., SLIDE) a plus.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative, proactive work style.
• Willingness to travel up to 70% to project sites.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Familiarity with slope stability software (e.g., SLIDE) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical and engineering support as part of an integrated construction team.
• Collaborate with project management, operations, and engineering to implement design plans and field solutions.
• Identify and resolve technical or operational challenges in real time to maintain safety, quality, and production goals.
• Document as-built conditions, material quantities, and construction progress to support reporting and project controls.
• Coordinate design updates and approvals with engineering staff, ensuring accurate field execution.
• Conduct geotechnical site investigations, including slope assessments and rope-access inspections in challenging terrain.
• Support soil and rockfall modeling, design implementation, and field testing for geohazard mitigation systems.

Benefits

• Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
• Mental health benefits
• 401(k) plan to help save for your future including company match
• In addition to 7 observed holidays, salaried team members have flexible paid time off, hourly team members receive 10 days paid time off per year
• Paid parental leave
• Weekly meal stipend

What This Job Offers

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