Junior Geotechnical Engineer

CCI • Houston, TX

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for undertaking field and office work related to geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, as well as field investigations and other field-related activities. Duties will include predominantly field supervision of geotechnical drilling/sampling, data analyses, performing soil lab testing (as required), and assisting with the preparation of geotechnical engineering documents (proposals, reports, memo’s, etc.).

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Geological Engineering, with emphasis in geotechnical engineering.
• Registered or ability to register as an E.I.T. or G.I.T. in Texas (TBPE) and ability to register elsewhere.
• An excellent communicator and team player, able to work within a multi-disciplinary team environment with a positive attitude.
• Detail oriented, meticulous, self starter, with strong organizational skills and efficiency.
• Willingness to learn and take additional responsibilities.
• Driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Be able to travel to remote locations and spend extended periods of time in the field (project dependent).
• Ability to review project deliverables and initiate work required to meet these deliverables.
• Safety training courses, background check and drug and alcohol testing required to work in the field.

Nice To Haves

• Geotechnical Consulting experience would be considered an asset.
• Field Experience related to logging and geotechnical soil sampling for engineering projects will be considered a strong asset.
• Graduate degree (Masters) in geotechnical would be a strong asset.
• Experience with foundation design is considered and asset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise geotechnical drilling/sampling (as the Ground Disturbance Supervisor) using solid/hollow stem auger, mud/air rotary and rock-coring techniques for ground-supported (truck, track, or ATV-mounted) equipment.
• Conduct field investigations and other field work as required.
• Undertake site visits, required to assess drilling equipment access to planned borehole locations.
• Perform installation of geotechnical instrumentation and assist with data analysis and reporting.
• Assist with the preparation of geotechnical reports for projects. Reports may consist of data reports, trenchless feasibility reports, foundation reports, slope stability reports, anchor design reports, settlement assessments, etc.
• Complete geological mapping and spatial analysis for projects in both the US and Canada.
• Maintain effective working relationships with clients, contractors, staff and other employees, including both internal and external meetings.

Benefits

• Industry competitive, extended health and benefits plan.
• 401(k)
• Professional training and development opportunities
• Payment of professional dues
• All travel and accommodations paid, including per-diem, while away from home on projects
• Flexible work environment with opportunities to advance your career within CCI’s Group of Companies.
• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation and Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

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