Geotechnical Engineer

S&ME • Full-time • Knoxville, TN, US • 1m ago

Geotechnical Engineer

Requisition Number: 2024-1430-10

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

As an experienced Geotechnical Engineer, you are at the foundation of our subsurface exploration and drilling operations in support of the infrastructure-building phase for our clients. While working with a Licensed Engineer, together you will provide engineering solutions and recommendations as well as support our clients in their development initiatives. This role includes performing technical geotechnical analyses, writing reports, and fieldwork.

Your Day-to-Day:

Field Operations Coordination: Coordinating field exploration and drilling operations.
Soil Sample Collection and Logging: Collecting and logging soil samples from the field.
Solar Pile Load Testing: Working with a field team performing foundation load testing for solar energy facilities.
Soil Testing and Analysis: Testing, analyzing, evaluating, and performing calculations to evaluate the behavior of the subsurface conditions relative to development.
Report Preparation: Preparing written reports with findings and geotechnical opinions, conclusions, and recommendations.

What You Bring:

A Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, Mining, or a related engineering field
A minimum of 2 years of professional experience
Engineer in Training (EIT) license
Excellent computer skills including at a minimum, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD

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:

Working outdoors in varying weather conditions outside normal business hours, as needed
Walking over rough and uneven terrain, maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow
Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs, (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
Traveling out-of-town and possibly overnight for assignments as needed

We Are S&ME:

For over 50 years, S&ME has been at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials engineering, helping clients overcome their most complex challenges. Our work creates meaningful and lasting positive impacts on communities across the nation.

With a team of over 1,000 employee-owners spanning more than 10 states, we believe in fostering a culture of passion, integrity, and hard work. As employee-owners, we are deeply committed to each other's success and the success of S&ME. We prioritize creating an environment where our employees can thrive, both professionally and personally, by placing their well-being, safety, and growth opportunities at the core of everything we do.

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.

Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401K with Company Matching
PTO with Rollover
Maternity/Paternity Leave
Credential Incentive Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Company Vehicle with Gas Card for Project-Based Work
$2,000-5,000 Referral Bonuses
& More!

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.

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