Geotechnical Logger/Geologist

SCI ENGINEERING INC•Denver, CO

1d•$55,000 - $70,000

About The Position

SCI Engineering, Inc. is a professional consulting and engineering firm offering a variety of services from the design development stage through construction. We specialize in Geotechnical, Environmental, Natural Resources, Cultural Resources, Construction Material Testing and Geophysics. SCI is seeking a Staff Geologist to join our Geotechnical Services group in Denver, Colorado. You will have the opportunity to apply your geologic skills to projects involving heaving soils, karst features, underground mines; construction management; environmental compliance; and forensic investigations, while developing the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. Benefits (Full-time employees eligible) include: • 401(k) (Matching Program) • Health insurance (Including an HDHP option free for employees) • Dental insurance (Free to Employees) • Vision insurance (Free to Employees) • Disability insurance (Free to Employees) • Life insurance (Basic Term Life Free to Employees) • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Professional Development Assistance • Employee Referral Bonus • Tuition Reimbursement Why Join SCI? At SCI, your success is our success. We offer exciting opportunities for career advancement and professional development, encouraging continuous skill development and promoting from within based on performance and initiative. Collaboration and mentoring are key to our culture, and we welcome ideas for innovation and improvement. We also offer teambuilding opportunities through various clubs and committees. Don’t take our word for it – an independent survey revealed that 91% of employees in our Geotechnical department think SCI Engineering, Inc.’s processes are efficient and 91% believe their managers support their professional growth and development. One Geotechnical employee described why they love their job: ‘I am continually learning new things that are applicable to my career goals. I am always being motivated to be better without feeling pressured or stressed.’ We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 USA TODAY Top Workplace (topworkplaces.com/company/sci-engineering/). Our employees enjoy a casual dress code, including jeans every day, and benefit from a flexible work schedule that supports work-life balance. Our Good Cause Charity Program empowers employees to donate to the charity of the month, with SCI matching contributions. Join SCI and be part of a dynamic team that values your contributions and supports your growth. Apply today!

Requirements

Experience with classification of soils and bedrock (required)
Experience with logging of geotechnical drilling operations (required)
Strong oral and technical writing skills (required)
Valid U.S. Drivers License and a satisfactory driving record for business travel (required)

Nice To Haves

Experience AutoCAD or ArcGIS (preferred)
Bachelors degree in Geology or Civil/Geological Engineering (preferred)
Holds professional licensure or has ability to obtain professional licensure (P.G.) within four years (preferred)

Responsibilities

Project planning and coordination including subcontractor procurement, sampling and health and safety plan development, project management support with client and regulatory interfacing
Utility clearance coordination with one call (811) and private utility locators, clients, and contractors
Field work, site investigation and characterization, including sediment, soil, surface water, and groundwater sampling
Logging of soil borings and drilling contractor oversight
Data analysis/visualization of site investigation data including the preparation of tables, maps, and figures using both industry-standard and cutting-edge applications
Monitoring and oversight of construction projects including deep foundations, ground improvement installation, load testing, and retaining wall construction
Preparation of written documents such as proposals, workplans, cost estimates and investigative reports
Assisting in the development of proposals and other business development activities such as presentations and conference attendance.