Construction Materials Testing​/Geotechnical Staff Engineer

Construction Materials Testing/Geotechnical Staff Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: CONST
001831

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• Posted:
  January 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• Salary Range: $83,220 USD to $97,158 USD
• Salary: $90,189 USD per year

Columbia
9017 Red Branch Rd
Suites F And G
Columbia, MD 21045, USA

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include:
Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.

We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work.

Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team.

Join stability. Apply now!

Who we are looking for:

This position will apply standard engineering techniques to provide construction materials testing and geotechnical services under the supervision of experienced engineers. This may include performing field investigations and/or subsurface investigations, engineering analysis and calculations, design and development of plans and specifications, and the preparation and review of reports for services provided.

Specific duties include, but not limited to:

• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria to provide quality engineering services
• Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, specifications, and other project data
• Maintains project budgets, record keeping, materials testing, and inspections
• Communicates with other engineers, technicians, drill crews, special inspectors, admin personnel, sub-consultants and contractors to provide service
• Prepares and reviews technical reports and letters
• Satisfies multiple and unrelated deadlines
• May supervise and direct engineering technicians, special inspectors, drill crews and subcontractors
• Performs field testing and site visits. Field work will include testing and inspecting soil, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials at locations across our service area
• Performs subsurface investigations including borings and test pits
• Ensures project reports are completed and submitted timely
• Ensures accuracy for all items related to billing for projects
• Maintains excellent client relations by responding promptly, etc.
• Provides input relative to needs of client to Project Manager
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technologies, or a related field.
• Entry level position. Typically 0-4 years of experience
• May have E.I.T.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent people and customer service skills
• Ability to work in an independent or team environment
• Ability to be self-motivated and performance driven
• Highly organized individual
• Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record
• Ability to continuously sit, stand, and walk
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work outside in frequent changes of temperatures
• Ability to occasionally bend, squat, climb, push, and pull
• Ability to work in environments containing dust and fumes
• Ability to frequently drive to and from work sites, must have valid driver's license with good-standing driving record
• Ability to occasionally travel overnight (less than 35%)

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement
• Company Cell Phone
• Company vehicle provided for commuting as well as travel to/from job…