Geotechnical Engineering Specialist

STV•Franklin, TN

20h•Onsite

About The Position

STV Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Geotechnical Engineering Specialist for their Franklin, TN location. This entry-level position is designed for graduate engineers new to the workforce. The incumbent will work under close and frequent supervision, assisting Engineers with routine civil engineering assignments to gain familiarity with the company's programs, staff, and operating procedures. STV is a leading infrastructure-focused professional services firm in North America, founded in 1912. The company advises, plans, designs, engineers, and delivers infrastructure that supports local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water, and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, STV operates more than 65 offices and employs 3,300 individuals dedicated to innovative solutions for connecting communities. The firm is highly ranked in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms and its transportation category. STV is committed to investing in its employees, fostering a world-class employee experience through mentoring, coaching, and cultivating talent to develop future industry leaders. They provide challenging and unique work experiences, diverse career advancement paths, and recognition for achievements. STV values a wide range of perspectives and experiences, ensuring an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully, with fairness embedded in daily operations. The company's mission is to enhance communities through innovative solutions that connect people, places, and the present to the future. Local teams understand community needs and provide expert solutions. STV also actively gives back to communities through volunteering, philanthropic activities, fundraising, scholarships, internships, mentoring, and sustainability and community improvement projects. STV is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Requirements

4 Year degree from accredited institution in Engineering
A minimum of 2 years of Geotechnical experience
Ability to lift 50 pounds 50 times per day
Occasionally required to lift 150 pounds (about once a week)
Work will typically occur in all types of weather and around significant construction equipment with exposure to dirt, grease, oils, etc.
Walking over various types of terrain is required such as low lying swampy areas to mountainous, rugged terrain
Significant time spent bending or kneeling during each day
Most drilling operations require out of town stays

Nice To Haves

additional consideration for master's or other advanced degrees
Pursuing Engineer in Training Certificate or Professional Engineer Licensure for a current EIT

Responsibilities

Assimilation of Geotechnical Reports
Supervision of Drill Crew on routine projects and more complex projects as experience increases
Assist with Mineral Reserve Studies

Benefits

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
Paid Holidays (9 days)
Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships