Field Geologist / Geological Engineer

Southern Company • Vincent, AL

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position will primarily be responsible for the performance of geological fieldwork, providing technical direction and the successful execution of subsurface field investigations in support of engineering site assessments, environmental studies, and foundation remediations.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Geology / Geological Engineering or related discipline is required
• 5 + years working directly in a geological, environmental, engineering, construction, or other related field
• Experience in executing field investigations utilizing various drilling methods and resources
• Experience with soil and rock logging, monitoring well construction, groundwater monitoring, and field data reporting
• Knowledge of environmental sampling and testing methods
• General knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
• Experience with projecting and managing project budgets
• Working knowledge of various Boring Log Programs (e.g. gINT, BoreDM, TabLogs)
• Flexible computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Safety first mindset
• Exhibit customer focus and conflict resolutions skills
• Demonstrate Southern Company values – safety first, unquestionable trust, superior performance, and total commitment
• Strong work ethic and ability to work and problem solve with limited supervision
• Safety focus and a strong personal safety record

Nice To Haves

• Professional Geologist / Engineer license is not required, but is a plus

Responsibilities

• Field oversight for monitoring well installation programs, foundation investigations, underground utility investigations, or related projects
• Perform soil (ASTM D2488 guidelines) and rock logging
• Prepare professional logs for soil, rock, and monitoring well construction data
• Manage drilling and other related contractors according to company guidelines and procedures
• Interface with various customers and assist Drilling Services leaders and internal drilling resources to facilitate field investigations

Benefits

• Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being.
• This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s).
• A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level