Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist

Take Your Geotechnical Career to the Next Level

Are you ready to be challenged make a difference and experience professional growth in your career Kleinfelders Geotechnical team is looking for you! Kleinfelders Geotechnical Services support the planning engineering and construction of complex projects and our specialists are leading experts in their fields.

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder is seeking an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist with 0 to 3 years experience to join us in our Mechanicsburg PA office.

Responsibilities:

We are looking for someonewho has experience in or the ability to readily learn all basic components for the delivery of a geotechnical investigation including:

• Supporting geotechnical field work / analysis including soil and rock boring logging test pit sampling and infiltration testing.
• Assignment of the appropriate laboratory testing
• Oversight of subcontractors and vendors performing drilling laboratory analytical services. maintenance and excavation activities.
• Review and interpret data and analytical laboratory results.
• Prepare field reports internal / external correspondence technical reports and geologic analyses.
• Performance of the associated engineering analyses under the guidance of a professional engineer
• Working with design teams to incorporate geotechnical aspects into site designs and
• Monitoring and trouble-shooting Geotechnical issues during construction earthwork and foundation construction.

There is the expectation that the candidate will have the ability to travel overnight (up to 50 percent of time) for drilling and construction observation assignments and will need work in all weather conditions and that the work will be physically demanding (must be able to lift 50 pounds).

The candidate must have an appreciation for the importance of adhering to a safety culture that believes that all accidents are preventable. Additionally the candidate will be expected to follow written technical procedures and document field activities commensurate with individual project expectations.

Skills required for this position include:

• Positive work attitude and ability to work safely and efficiently when managing multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently or with a team in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A thirst to learn and achieve continuous improvement in a team environment
• A can-do attitude and problem-solving mindset are essential
• An ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers supervisors clients subcontractors and regulators and
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Including Word Excel and Power Point.

The ideal candidate will have:

• BS in Geotechnical/Civil Engineering Geology or a Related Discipline
• EIT or GIT is preferred (or the ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Experience with BoreDM ArcGIS gINT LPILE SlopeW and/or CAD software is a plus.
• Ability to travel overnight (up to 50 percent of time) for drilling and construction observation assignments.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:

Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers scientists and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients transportation water energy and other private infrastructure. As a responsive cross-disciplinary team of bright curious and innovative problem-solvers we are dedicated to doing the right thing every day on every project from over 110 offices in the US Canada and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose together we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity equity and inclusion comes creativity innovation and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including medical dental vision life insurance 401(k) plan and paid holidays.

Career Development:

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff offering each employee every opportunity to grow develop and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program. Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those.