Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Geotechnical Engineer | Langan

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Langan, located in Salt Lake City, UT. Langan is a leading provider of expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for a diverse range of clients, including major developers, renewable energy producers, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges, and large infrastructure programs across the U.S. and globally. This role is essential for contributing to the planning and execution of field investigations, monitoring construction, implementing field and lab solutions, and preparing key reports on large-scale, high-profile geotechnical projects.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Salt Lake City, UT

• Mission: This individual will provide crucial support in field investigations, construction monitoring, and report preparation for geotechnical engineering projects.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Planning & Investigations: Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations, including logging borings and test pits, collecting samples, performing field tests, and accurately recording data.
• Construction Observation: Observe foundation and earthwork construction activities, ensuring conformance with project construction documents.
• Problem Solving: Identify and implement effective solutions for both routine and complex field and/or laboratory problems.
• Documentation: Prepare standard logs and field forms, such as drilling and test pit logs, daily field investigation reports, and chain of custody documentation.
• Site Assessment: Conduct thorough file reviews, perform site reconnaissance, and complete necessary document searches to support project understanding.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an early career position requiring a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, providing foundational knowledge for geotechnical analysis and field work.
• Experience: Requires 0-2 years of work-related experience, demonstrating initial practical application of engineering principles.
• Skills:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear reporting and team interaction.
• Strong attention to detail, coupled with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently on site and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Willingness to spend the majority of work hours in the field, sometimes requiring travel to client sites.
• Possess reliable transportation for job site visits and client meetings, along with a valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Bonus:
• A Master’s degree with a Geotechnical specialty or a desire to pursue one is preferred.
• EIT Certification, or current registration for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• A minimum GPA of 3.0 from your degree program.