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Geotechnical Staff Engineer

LaBella Associates

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently seeking qualified candidates to fill a Geotechnical Staff Engineer position in our Chattanooga, TN office.

Duties:

  • Perform geotechnical field investigations. This may include boring layouts, drilling inspections, and running geophysical surveys.
  • Coordinate and assist with managing the scope of services provided by subcontract drilling firms.
  • Perform visual classification and laboratory testing of soil samples.
  • Perform geotechnical field inspections during the construction phase, as needed.
  • Preparing geotechnical engineering reports.
  • Preparing geotechnical proposals and attending client meetings.
  • Participate in meetings with design team, stakeholders, and clients.

Requirements

  • B.S. degree in civil engineering or related field.
  • 3 to 6+ years of progressive experience in the geotechnical engineering field.
  • EIT license (PE is a plus)
  • Effective verbal and written communication.
  • Driver’s License Required
  • Possess a high capacity for self-motivation and be able to apply engineering knowledge to a variety of projects.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Health/Dental Insurance
  • 401k Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • Leadership Development Program
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Team Building Events
  • Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.

Vacancy posted 16 days ago
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