Position Summary
Thompson Engineering is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Geotechnical Engineer Associate I to join our Geotechnical Engineering team in our New Orleans, LA office. This is an entry-level position designed for recent graduates or early-career engineers who are beginning their professional engineering careers. The selected candidate will work under the supervision of licensed Professional Engineers and will support geotechnical investigations, analysis, reporting, and construction-phase services on a variety of projects across the Southeast.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist with subsurface exploration programs, including coordination of drilling activities and field logging of soil and rock samples
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Perform basic geotechnical engineering analyses under supervision, including bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, and earthwork evaluations
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Support preparation of geotechnical engineering reports, technical memoranda, and recommendations
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Review laboratory and field test data and assist with interpretation of results
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Participate in construction observation and materials testing activities as required
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Assist with preparation of proposals, cost estimates, and project documentation
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Follow established safety policies and quality control procedures
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Communicate effectively with project managers, field staff, and clients
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
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Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or the ability to obtain EIT within a reasonable timeframe preferred
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Basic knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, soil mechanics, and foundation systems
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with geotechnical software is a plus
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
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Willingness to perform field work and occasional travel as required
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
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Ability to work in outdoor and construction site environments
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform field-related tasks
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Willingness to work flexible hours based on project needs
