Geotechnical Staff Engineer / Geologist

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is searching for a Staff Geotechnical Engineer / Geologist to join our Building & Construction team in our Charlotte, North Carolina office.. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry!

The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.

The Geotechnical Staff Engineer is responsible for conducting Geotechnical engineering and project management services on local and/or regional projects. This position is considered entry level for Technical/Professional work in the geotechnical engineering industry. Geotechnical Staff Engineers work under close supervision of experienced professionals to complete assignments requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and technical criteria. They perform specific and limited portions of a broader assignment under the guidance of more senior experienced professionals. The job schedule may include some nights and weekends as needed, but predominantly is performed during traditional daytime working hours.

How you'll make an impact at Intertek:

• Perform a variety of assignments and roles that include independent evaluations using standard techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment to make minor adoptions and modifications to these standards

• Prepare and review Engineering reports, project plans and specifications

• Assign, track, and manage work/tasks to staff

• Prepare scopes, budgets, task orders, and schedules for project task assignments

• Prepare proposals to provide professional services

• Review recommendations with Professional Engineers, Senior Project Managers, & Principal Consultants

• Maintain and leverages client relationships to develop new project opportunities

• Attend client site meetings

• Communicate effectively with client and project teams

• Work on one or multiple projects at a time

• Train Technicians and other Technical staff

• May perform on-site observations, sample collection, and specific tests

• May work both in the field and laboratory occasionally

• Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geology from an accredited/ABET school is required

• 3 years of geotechnical engineering experience is preferred, but not required

• EIT/GIT Registration required

• Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required

• The ability to read and understand work plans is required

• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed

• May travel up to 25% of time

• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required

  Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull 30 to 50 pounds occasionally. Additional requirements may be needed for specific sites/locations.

• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound.

• Ability to kneel and squat occasionally

• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time

• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (hot and cold)

• Ability to climb occasionally

Why work for Intertek-PSI?

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. Through these risk management and quality assurance services, we ensure the reliability, safety and performance of our client's new developments, existing assets, and facilities.

Intertek-PSI is a part of Intertek's Building and Construction division, a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions.

Intertek is a leading global provider of Total Quality Assurance services for a multitude of industries. Through a comprehensive network of over 1,000 laboratories and offices situated in over 100 countries, Intertek provides innovative and tailored Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification (ATIC) solutions for its clients' operations and supply chains. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do.

Intertek is known for its client-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts, but it's more than just a global network of specialists-it's a community of individuals working together to bring quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What we have to offer:

When Working with Intertek (https://www.intertek.com/careers/north-america/working-with-intertek/) , you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

Intertek believes that Our People (https://d95zk70sfear3.cloudfront.net/intranet-intertek-com/media/stories/2017/our-people-480p.mp4) are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.intertek.com/careers/eeo-diversity/) and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com (hr.eeoc.data@intertek.com) or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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