Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer

The individual will work on a variety of consulting projects related to geotechnical analysis and design. Applicants must be able to work in locations that feature rough terrain typical of construction sites. The primary responsibilities of this role are to provide support to project managers and perform duties as field representative. Typical assignments include carrying out subsurface explorations, performing field tests and collection field data and samples, monitoring constructions sites, compiling data and preparing reports.
Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with heavy emphasis on geotechnical engineering coursework (master's in civil engineering/geotechnical engineering preferred).
• 0-2 years of practical geotechnical engineering experience (internship considered).
• E.I.T preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Working knowledge of common geotechnical engineering software tools.
• Ability to become proficient at using firm's field-testing equipment, including nuclear gauge, and other equipment.
• Ability to prepare accurate daily field and boring logs as well as other types of reports and meet required deadlines for completion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A flexible working style and an ability to work independently and with teams.
• Strong analytical and judgment capabilities.
• Willingness/ability to travel.
• Own Transportation/Valid Driver's  License.
• Field and Office assignments, as required.

We offer employees competitive compensation packages, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short, and long-term disability, paid holidays, paid time off, and 401k retirement plan with company match.

YU & Associates' is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer fully committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment practices.  No employee or applicant for employment is discriminated against because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual or affectional preference, sexual orientation, sex, ancestry or national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital or domestic status, veteran status, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information or testing, or any other legally protected category in all employment decisions.

We foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where our employees can be themselves.  Every idea and perspective are valued to meet our common goals.

YU & Associates is committed to supporting our employees’ well-being by providing benefits that are a valuable part of the compensation package. We partner with our employees to foster a healthy, safe and rewarding lifestyle both at work and at home. The Y&A benefits program for full-time employees include:
·       Benefits:

• Medical-National plan with low out of pocket costs to members.
• Dental-National plan.
• Vision-National plan with the largest vision network.
• Life/AD&D-Benefit available should an employee pass away while employed.
• Short-Term Disability-Benefit in the event an employee is unable to work for a short period of time.
• Long Term Disability-Benefit in the event an employee is unable to work for an extended period.
• Employee Assistance Program-Employee 3 rd party support available when needed.
• ADP Retirement Plan with company match.
• Bonus Program – based on individual and company performance.
• Yearly review – based on individual and company performance.

Tax Savings Tools:

• Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts-Tax Free benefit to employees.
• Flexible Spending Accounts-Tax Deductible benefit for employees.
• Dependent Care and Commuter Program-Tax Deductible benefit for employees.

Value Adds:

• Will Preparation
• Beneficiary Grief Support

SALARY RANGE:  $65,000 - $73,000