Geotechnical Staff Engineer

Who We Are

At UES, we're a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Staff Engineer to join our geotechnical engineering team. In this entry-level role, you will support a variety of field and office activities, including site investigations, soil and rock data collection, laboratory coordination, and technical reporting. Working alongside experienced engineers and project managers, you'll contribute to evaluating subsurface conditions and assisting with the preparation of engineering documentation that supports infrastructure, environmental, and construction-related projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong academic foundation in geotechnical or civil engineering, a collaborative attitude, and a desire to learn through hands-on fieldwork and mentorship. This is a great opportunity for an early-career professional to grow technical skills, gain field experience, and build a solid foundation in applied geotechnical engineering within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with geotechnical site investigations, including soil and rock sampling, borehole logging, field testing, and data collection to support project design and analysis.
• Support the evaluation of subsurface conditions by analyzing field and laboratory data under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and documentation by summarizing findings, preparing figures, and assisting in drafting recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with project engineers and multidisciplinary teams to support design development and engineering assessments.
• Assist with reviewing plans, specifications, and background data to help inform geotechnical evaluations.
• Participate in field and laboratory testing programs to ensure data quality and integrity.
• Support communication with internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors to facilitate coordination of field work and material procurement.
• Help ensure project work is performed in accordance with applicable health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Learn to use geotechnical engineering software and tools for analysis and reporting.
• Support cost estimating and proposal development efforts by compiling data and assisting with documentation.
• Maintain organized project records, logs, and data files in accordance with company standards.
• Participate in quality assurance / quality control processes to support consistent and accurate deliverables.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Travel Requirements

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Physical Demands & Work Environment

Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, construction zones, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.

Ability to lift and carry between 35 and 75 lbs. over distances up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here

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