Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Pennoni is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm that was founded over five decades ago! We approach engineering challenges from a wider spectrum of angles than most, from land development to energy management. Our goal is to help communities and private sector clients alike navigate the ever-changing technological advancements available while learning how best to integrate “smart” solutions into the current landscape;

this ultimately contributes to resilient and sustainable planning.

We are hiring for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team on a full-time, direct basis at our Pittston, PA office.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist Engineers with the execution of multiple concurrent geotechnical projects.
• Work with internal clients (Staff Engineers, Geologists, Designers, etc.) while also coordinating efforts with external customers (clients, drilling subcontractors, etc.) to ensure effective workflow.
• Work with Field staff as well as coordinating with clients & contractors during construction.
• Perform construction observation and materials testing
• Perform geotechnical field explorations (test borings, test pits, infiltration testing, etc.)
• Assist with / perform geotechnical engineering investigations; this involves preparing reports and developing recommendations.
• Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-oriented discipline (preferably a BS in Civil, Geotechnical, or Structural Engineering).

This person will be expected to work in the field, so they will be required to possess a Valid Driver’s License as well as Reliable Transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• FE / EIT or obtain their EIT within a year of their hire.
• Basic Geotechnical Engineering experience.
• Knowledge of soil mechanics, bearing capacity, settlement
• Professional experience working on construction projects; ideally, this person is capable of coordinating and overseeing field-based construction inspection operations.
• Experience with observing and documenting construction activities (e.g.: concrete placement, deep & shallow foundation construction, earthwork, infiltration testing, basic survey & layout activity, test pits, test borings, etc.).
• Proficiency on standard office software applications, especially Microsoft Office 365 (including Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Familiarity with engineering tools (e.g.: geotechnical engineering software, CADD, etc.); exposure to AutoCAD and/or gINT is a plus!
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with minimal supervision while displaying a positive attitude.
• Excellent organizational skills: this person will be expected to multi-task / prioritize multiple assignments effectively in order to proactively balance their workload while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).

Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm. At our core, we recognize that the unique qualities of Pennoni’s individuals are essential for innovation and growth as a whole;
we offer many opportunities to help you build your career! We continually strive to build a great workplace where our employees trust the people they work for, enjoy the people they work with, and take pride in what they do.

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