Geotechnical Engineer

Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer

Requisition Number : 2025-1610-04C

S&ME is looking for a motivated and passionate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Service Line team in Columbia, South Carolina. . Are you ready to contribute your education and knowledge to meaningful projects? Join us at S&ME!

As a Geotechnical Engineer, you'll be directly involved in site explorations and subsurface drilling to support significant infrastructure developments. Working under the guidance of a Licensed Engineer, you'll build practical experience, perform detailed evaluations, and strengthen your skills in preparing concise, professional documentation.

Your Day-to-Day :

• Field Program Oversight : Manage and coordinate subsurface investigations, overseeing drilling operations and sampling activities.
• Sample Collection & Documentation : Obtain soil and rock specimens from diverse project sites and record essential properties.
• Testing & Subsurface Evaluation : Perform laboratory analyses, assess ground conditions, and contribute to geotechnical interpretations.
• Technical Writing : Develop comprehensive reports that capture investigation data, testing outcomes, and engineering conclusions.
• Engineering Support : Deliver geologic insights to inform project design, including site suitability evaluations and risk considerations.

What You Bring :

Working Conditions and Physical Demands :

You are willing and able to perform the physical demands of this position with the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as :

We Are S&ME :

At S&ME , we've spent over 50 years providing innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials disciplines. Our team of 1,000+ employee-owners spans over 10 states, working together to deliver impactful results for our clients. We foster a culture of collaboration, honesty, and dedication, with a focus on making positive contributions to the communities we serve. As employee owners, we're invested in each other's success and prioritize creating an environment where everyone can thrive, both professionally and personally.

What We Offer :

We offer a comprehensive benefits package with a full suite of options, including well-being programs to support you and your family, as well as the development resources you need to advance in your career. We also believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients , join our team !

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate / recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.