Staff Engineer - Geotechnical

Job Description

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Geotechnical Staff Engineer to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team at our Columbus, OH office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US-based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

The Geotechnical Staff Engineer is responsible for performing a variety of geotechnical assignments including field logging and soil laboratory assignments.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation and sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

• Perform a variety of geotechnical assignments including field logging and soil laboratory assignments.
• Perform geotechnical report writing.
• Review project plans and specifications prepared by others.
• Attend client site meetings.
• Communicate effectively with client and project teams.
• Work on multiple projects at a time.
• May perform on‑site observations, sample collection, and specific tests.
• May work both in the field and laboratory regularly.
• Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited/ABET school is required
• Recent Graduates will be considered
  • Ability to obtain EIT/FE certification within 6 months of hire is required
• Knowledge and experience in engineering software (Geo Studio, APILE, LPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, SLIDE, Settle3 and MSEW) are preferred
• Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required
• The ability to read and understand work plans is required
• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
• May travel up to 10% of time
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required
• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull 30 to 50 pounds occasionally. Additional requirements may be needed for specific sites/locations.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound.
• Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (hot and cold)
• Ability to climb occasionally

• 1+ years of geotechnical engineering or construction materials testing experience - WE WILL TRAIN
• EIT/FE certification

Intertek is a drug‑free workplace. For certain safety‑sensitive roles, a pre‑employment drug screen will be required.

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

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