Geotechnical Staff Engineer – Portland, Oregon

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Geotechnical Staff Engineer to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Portland, Oregon. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Geotechnical Staff Engineer is responsible for performing a variety of geotechnical and construction service assignments including field logging and soil laboratory assignments.

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and review Engineering reports, project plans and specifications prepared by others

• Prepare scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments; may assign work to others

• Prepare proposals to provide professional services and review recommendations with Principal Consultant

• Attend client site meetings, maintain and leverage client relationships and develop new project opportunities

• May perform on-site observations, sample collection, and specific tests both in the field and laboratory occasionally

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited/ABET school

• Recent graduates will be considered

• Willing to obtain EIT certification within 6 months of hire

• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record

• May travel up to 15% of time

• The ability to read and understand work plans

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

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited/ABET school

• 2 years experience in geotechnical engineering

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.