About the Role
Langan is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer in New York, New York to provide planning and execution of field investigations, monitor foundation and earthwork construction, identify and implement field and lab work solutions, and prepare logs and reports. This role involves analyzing geotechnical engineering problems and assisting in the preparation of geotechnical engineering reports for large-scale and high-profile projects.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations, including logging borings and test pits, collecting samples, performing field tests, and collecting and recording data
- Observe foundation and earthwork construction activities and monitor conformance with construction documents
- Identify and implement solutions to routine and complex field and/or laboratory problems
- Prepare standard logs and field forms, including drilling and test pit logs, field investigation dailies, and chain of custody logs
- Conduct file reviews, site reconnaissance, and document searches
- Accurately document and communicate with supervisor on any problems encountered on project sites
- Perform other duties as requested
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required
- Master’s degree with Geotechnical specialty or desire to pursue is preferred
- 1+ years of work-related experience
- EIT Certification, or current registration for FE exam
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities
- Willingness to spend the majority of work hours in the field
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
- Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing
Skills
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Field Investigations
- Foundation and Earthwork Construction Monitoring
- Problem Solving
- Report Preparation
- Data Collection
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Analytical Skills
- Multitasking
- Judgment
Location
- New York, New York
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
- Master's degree with Geotechnical specialty or desire to pursue
Salary/Compensations
- $68,280—$93,000 USD
Benefits
- Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Paid pregnancy disability leave
- 401(k)/Roth with company match
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Military leave
- Employee referral bonuses
- Professional license bonuses
- Educational reimbursement
- Employee resource groups
- Flexible work schedules
- Extensive training
- Wellness programs
- Buddy and mentoring programs
About the Company
- Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world.
- Employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth.
- Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
- Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry.
- Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Equal Opportunity
- Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
- We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
