Geotechnical Engineer-Honolulu

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Regular Full-time Aiea, HI, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $ Annually

Job Summary:

Certerra is a nationally recognized provider of engineering, testing, inspection, and certification services supporting innovation, quality assurance, and resilient infrastructure. With over 1,800 professionals nationwide, we combine technical expertise with practical field knowledge to ensure the communities we serve are built to last.

We are expanding in the Hawaii market and are seeking a geotechnical engineer across experience levels - from motivated entry-level candidates to seasoned professionals. Our current backlog includes several large,landmark multi-year projects, providing long-term stability and meaningful project involvement for our Hawaii team.

If you’re looking for a company that invests in your growth and gives you exposure to meaningful, high-impact projects, we want to talk to you.

Duties:

This position is responsible for evaluating subsurface conditions and providing geotechnical engineering support for a variety of construction and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will analyze soil, rock, and groundwater conditions to support the design of foundations, earthworks, and other geotechnical systems that ensure the stability and safety of structures.

• Geotechnical Investigations

Conduct field explorations, review subsurface conditions, and analyze laboratory testing results to characterize soil and rock properties.

• Engineering Analysis & Design

Develop geotechnical recommendations and design solutions for foundations, retaining structures, slop estability, and earthwork construction.

• Technical Reporting

Prepare clear and comprehensive geotechnical reports documenting site conditions, engineering analyses, and design recommendations.

• Construction Support

Provide technical guidance during construction, including observation of foundation systems, earthwork,and site preparation activities.

• Project Coordination

Assist with project planning and coordination to ensure geotechnical work is completed on schedule andwithin project budgets.

Work closely with civil, structural, and environmental engineers, contractors, and project teams to support successful project delivery.

We are hiring at multiple levels - responsibilities and compensation will align with education and qualifications.

Education/

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical emphasis, Geology, or Geotechnical Engineering.
• 0–10+ years of geotechnical engineering experience preferred, including subsurface investigations, geotechnical analysis, and report preparation. Candidates with varying levels of experience are encouraged to apply.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in geotechnical analysis software and standard engineering tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interact with clients and contractors.

Hawaii

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any…