Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer
Requisition Number: 2024-1360-04
Are you a recent graduate seeking a challenging opportunity to grow your career with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer to join our dynamic team in New Albany, Indiana/Louisville, Kentucky. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to grow their career in a supportive and innovative environment.
Your Day-to Day:
As an Entry-Level 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 under the supervision of 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.
- 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:
- You have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field; or ability to obtain within 6 months
- You have 0-2+ years of professional experience
- You have or are interested in obtaining your EIT (preferred)
- You have excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, MicroStation, with the ability to learn commercial software applications
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:
- Working outdoors the majority of the time in varying weather conditions
- Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs, (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
- Traveling out-of-town (typically overnight) for assignments as necessary
- Working outside of normal business hours when necessary
About S&ME:
For over 50 years, S&ME has delivered innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials, tackling our clients' toughest challenges. Our work creates lasting, positive impacts on communities nationwide.
We are a team of 1000+ employee-owners across 10+ states, valuing eagerness, passion, honesty, and hard work. As employee-owners, we're all invested in each other's success and the success of S&ME. We prioritize an environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally, ensuring that our collective drive for success starts with putting our employees first in everything from safety to opportunities.
What We Offer:
S&ME offers 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 in geotechnical engineering with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join us at S&ME!
This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the company's Fleet Management Program, Substance Policy, and Reference Check Program. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not provided. S&ME reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search. S&ME is not responsible for unauthorized job postings or submissions of resumes using external links/websites.
No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.
