Consultant, Geology

The role

You will analyze product failures and work on large industrial facilities, automotive, consumer products, and medical devices. You will review technical documentation, perform engineering calculations, and assist with subsurface explorations and expert reports.

What you will do

• Review technical and non-technical documentation to identify key issues and details.
• Gather and synthesize data from diverse sources to assist with the evaluation of claims.
• Perform engineering calculations using computer software and hand calculations.
• Assist with the preparation and conducting of subsurface explorations, condition assessments, and site visits.
• Assist in peer reviews of geotechnical/geostructural and civil engineering designs and construction processes.
• Collaborate with the team in preparing expert reports, presentations, and other deliverables to clients.

Required qualifications

• Ph.D. or MS in Geology or Earth Sciences
• 4+ years of geotechnical engineering work experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license within the United States.
• Strong skills using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint), AutoCAD/Civil3D, and BlueBeam or Adobe Pro.
• Ability to travel as needed (generally under 15% but may vary).
• Attention to detail and the ability to clearly and concisely present findings.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a member of a team.
• Flexible, creative problem-solving skills.

Nice to have

• Pursuing PG credentials
• Experience with analytical software such as Geostudio Suite, Slide, Settle 3D, borehole logging software, Plaxis, CPeT-IT
• Working proficiency in a second non-English language

Before you apply

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

About the company

Secretariat is a diversified international expert services firm with more than 500 professionals in 20+ cities around the globe. Professionals are trusted in high-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters.