Geotechnical Staff Engineer

Westwood Professional Services

Westwood Professional Services Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Field Engineer to join our team. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.

• Participate in geotechnical site investigations assignment and assessment of geotechnical laboratory tests preparation of investigation reports and application of site data to analyses and design.
• Interpret and analyze geotechnical data to establish type classification and engineering characteristics of materials. Complete or assist with geotechnical engineering analyses including but not limited to seepage, slope stability, bearing capacity, rotational stiffness, liquefaction and settlement analyses.
• Keep management advised of work status, workload problems and progress as related to work assignments.
• Participate in preparation of proposals, bid documents and capital cost estimates, construction drawings and design reports.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil / geotechnical engineering from an ABET accredited college.

• Knowledge of geotechnical engineering fundamentals, geotechnical testing and general civil / geotechnical engineering design and construction practices.
• Strong technical communication and interpersonal skills; works best in a fast-paced environment along with detailed documentation focus and sound technical writing skills.
• Flexibility to travel / work in the field for extended periods and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and various terrains associated with construction projects.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and check the quality of own work.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.
• Ability to use sound judgment.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively, including planning, organizing and prioritizing with attention to details.

• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with slope stability software (Geo Studio), pile design software (LPile) and other geotechnical software a plus. Knowledge of Auto CAD Civil3D would also be an asset.
• For Preferred Consideration: EIT / FE certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year is preferred.

Minimum: USD $65000.00 / Yr.

Maximum: USD $75000.00 / Yr.

At Westwood our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid design resilient infrastructure and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation we stand at the forefront of our industry dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative One Team mentality yields superior outcomes.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving‑back initiatives we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2024 Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #13 and #40 respectively on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood one national 1st place award for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #83 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2024. The…