Terracon

Staff Engineer

Terracon$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required.
  • 1-3 years of relevant experience in geotechnical consulting.
  • Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering is preferred.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Responsibilities

  • Follow safety rules and report any safety concerns to management.
  • Demonstrate quality practices in project delivery.
  • Manage and execute small, less complex projects with consistent quality standards.
  • Assist in developing project scope and preparing related documents.
  • Analyze data and perform engineering calculations for PE review.
  • Conduct field investigations and supervise laboratory testing.
  • Interact with clients and project teams to communicate project progress.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with a team that values innovation and hands-on practice.
  • Access to a wide range of geotechnical projects across various sectors.
  • Utilization of advanced technologies like AI in geotechnical services.
  • Comprehensive support from senior professionals to enhance career development.
  • Involvement in meaningful projects with a focus on sustainability and efficiency.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Provide Geotechnical engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients. This may include performing and/or leading field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided. Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes. Research and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams. Services may be provided for existing or proposed projects in a variety of sectors, including for example public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial.

Responsibilities

  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Demonstrate quality practices and acumen.
  • Provide consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
  • Proficient engineering professional responsible for managing and executing small projects of minimal complexity.
  • Assist in developing the scope of work for routine projects.
  • Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, specifications, and other project related documents.
  • Analyze data, and perform engineering calculations and analysis for PE review.
  • Conduct, coordinate or supervise field investigations, laboratory testing, and evaluation of respective data.
  • Develop plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.
  • Work closely with senior-level project manager and Professional Engineer of Record to gain project management and engineering experience.
  • Makes design recommendations, adaptations and modifications for review and consideration by the Professional Engineer of Record.
  • Prepares work scope, proposals and reports and plans investigations for approval by senior level professionals.
  • May supervise field staff including graduate/field engineers, engineering technicians, exploration teams, laboratory staff and other support personnel.
  • Interacts with client and project team in developing scope of services and communicating project progress.
  • Works under the supervision of a Professional Engineer and a Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer.


Qualifications

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Minimum 1-3 years' experience.
  • Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) required.


About the Team

Innovation and hands-on practice come together in our geotechnical consulting services. We provide geotechnical services nationwide for a wide range of projects, drawing on six decades of historical geotechnical data, a fleet of more than 200 drill rigs, 140 accredited laboratories, and thousands of employees to quickly organize or capture site data wherever projects are located. From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration, we deliver precision, value-added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients' challenges and achieve their goals for project sustainability, quality, and efficiency.

About Terracon

Terracon is a leading provider of engineering consulting services in the United States. The company was founded in 1965 and has since grown to employ over 5,000 people in more than 150 offices across the country. Terracon offers a wide range of services, including geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and facilities engineering. The company is committed to providing high-quality services to its clients while also promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. Terracon is a privately held company and is headquartered in Olathe, Kansas.
Learn more about Terracon
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
Founded
2023
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$800 million
NASDAQ

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