Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better??
Geosyntec is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician to join our Acton, Massachusetts, Bedford, NH, Portsmouth, NH or Portland, ME team, with potential for work on project sites across the United States. The Technician will assist with sample collection of diverse materials including, but not limited to, soil, sediment, water, and air for environmental tests; compile construction quality assurance (CQA) monitoring data related to development, waste containment, and environmental remediation construction projects, provide neat, accurate, and comprehensive documentation of all field-related activities to senior level project personnel; and provide additional field and office support to geologists and engineers for a diverse private and public sector client base. The role requires the ability to comprehend construction plans and specifications and a willingness to perform extensive fieldwork and travel for extensive periods of time, including overnights, weekends, and holidays; and a strong willingness to work outdoors with interest in building a career in the environmental consulting field.
Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.
We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of four (4) years of applicable experience; or an Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college and a minimum of two (2) years of applicable experience; or a Bachelor’s degree in science, construction management, engineering, physical science, environmental science, or related subjects; or equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, Technical experience in construction services, geotechnical, environmental, or related engineering disciplines. (required)
Certifications from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in Materials Testing, US Corps of Engineers construction quality management, or Geosynthetic Certification Institute – Inspectors Certification Program (GCI-ICP) for Geosynthetic and Compacted Clay Liner Material. (preferred)
Experience in construction services, geotechnical, environmental, or related engineering disciplines. (preferred)
Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, including survey and topographical drawings. (preferred)
Experience ensuring field activities comply with construction plans and specifications and the ability to monitor several different types of activities simultaneously. (preferred)
Experience with the operation of industry typical monitoring and data collection equipment, including but not limited laptop and handheld computers, Troxler moisture /density gauges, scales, Elkins or GEM, and other equipment. (preferred)
Experience with multi-media sampling including soil, geosynthetics, water, and air. (preferred)
Practical field experience conducting operation and maintenance of mechanical systems including simple troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems. (preferred)
Exposure to the execution of in-situ and ex-situ remediation projects technologies such as chemical injection technologies, pump and treat systems, and landfill gas recovery systems. (preferred)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word software programs. (required)
Strong mathematical background with the ability to perform calculations in basic geometry and use of algebra. (required)
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, be self-motivated and possess a strong work ethic. (required)
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 49 pounds unaided and 50 to 100 pounds with assistance and/or proper engineering controls.
Ability to spend the workday standing and walking across construction sites when needed. (required)
Ability to speak and hear, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. (required)
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing (e.g., emails) with peers, subcontractors, supervisors, and clients to report findings, convey ideas and explain observations. (required)
Valid U.S. driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation, for business travel. (required)
Geosyntec is a consulting and engineering firm that works with private and public sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure.
Geosyntec is an employee-owned, private-equity-backed, practitioner-led firm. With a combined staff exceeding 2,000 engineers, scientists, and related technical and project support personnel, we serve our clients from more than 100 offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Sweden, Spain, Finland, the United Arab Emirates, and Australia.
