Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

The role

The Graduate Geotechnical Engineer will assist with the planning and execution of field investigations and monitor foundation and earthwork construction. This role involves identifying field and lab solutions and preparing geotechnical engineering reports on large-scale projects.

What you will do

• Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations, including logging borings and test pits, collecting samples, performing field tests, and collecting and recording data
• Observe foundation and earthwork construction activities and monitor conformance with construction documents
• Identify and implement solutions to routine and complex field and/or laboratory problems
• Prepare standard logs and field forms, including drilling and test pit logs, field investigation dailies, and chain of custody logs
• Conduct file reviews, site reconnaissance, and document searches
• Document and communicate with supervisor on problems encountered on project sites
• Perform other duties as requested

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• 0-2 years of work-related experience
• Eligibility and motivation to work towards Chartership
• Strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities
• Willingness to spend the majority of work hours in the field
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
• Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and reliable transportation access to remote job site locations
• Availability to work overtime as needed

Nice to have

• Master’s degree with Geotechnical specialty or desire to pursue
• Prior relevant internship or professional work experience

Benefits

• Full-time employment company paid private medical insurance
• Group income protection
• Group life insurance
• Paid time off including maternity and parental leave
• UK Workplace pension with company contribution
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses
• Educational reimbursement
• Employee resource groups
• Flexible work schedules
• Extensive training
• Wellness programs
• Buddy and mentoring programs

About the company

Langan provides expert Civil, Geotechnical, Traffic and Geo-Environmental engineering consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs around the world.