Geotechnical; GeoTech Engineering Technician

Overview

Geotechnical (Geo Tech) Engineering Technician at Tower Engineering Professionals.

Location:

Raleigh, NC. Employment Status:
Full-time. FLSA:
Exempt.

Reports to:

Project Manager. Department:
Geotechnical. Date Created/Last Evaluated: 03/03/2025.

Base pay range: $60,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

The individual will utilize the engineering principles of soil and rock mechanics, geology and construction to understand their effects on the physical environment.

• Coordinate geotechnical site characterization activities, including setting up subcontracts with drillers, testing laboratories, etc.
• Perform geotechnical site characterization activities, logging of geotechnical field explorations, as well as coordination of field and laboratory testing.
• Prepare geotechnical data and geotechnical recommendation reports.
• Perform geotechnical analyses. Assist with drawing, specification, and cost-estimate preparation.
• Perform calculations using engineering formulas.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, geotechnical or related engineering degree
• 0-2+ years of experience working as a Geotechnical Technician
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word
• EI preferred

• Experience with geotechnical subsurface investigations and foundations assessments
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite, MS Excel in particular
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a team as well as on their own
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to complete work using CAD or manual drafting techniques preferred
• gINT geotechnical engineering software experience preferred

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Coordinate geotechnical site characterization activities, including setting up subcontracts with drillers, testing laboratories etc.
• Perform geotechnical site characterization activities, logging of geotechnical field explorations, as well as coordination of field and laboratory testing
• Prepare geotechnical data and geotechnical recommendation reports
• Perform geotechnical analyses. Assist with drawing, specification, and cost-estimate preparation
• Perform calculations using engineering formulas

Regularly required to be at site locations, sit, stand, walk, use hands, and reach. May require lifting up to 50 pounds.

Approximately 50% on-site outdoors and 50% in a climate-controlled office environment.

The statements are not exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Additional duties may be assigned.

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