Salary: $70,000.00 - $110,000.00/yr + Standard Benefits

Location: Piscataway, New Jersey

Experience: Entry Level to 3 years

Job Title: Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Position: We are seeking a motivated Junior Geotechnical Engineer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will assist in geotechnical investigations, engineering analyses, foundation evaluations, and construction-phase support for transportation and infrastructure projects.

This position provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on bridges, highways, retaining structures, and other civil infrastructure projects, including work associated with NJDOT and local government agencies.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and performing subsurface investigations, including soil borings, sampling, and field testing.

• Review soil and rock investigation data, laboratory test results, and boring logs.

• Perform geotechnical engineering calculations and analyses under the supervision of senior engineers.

• Assist in evaluating shallow and deep foundations, retaining walls, slopes, and earthwork.

• Prepare geotechnical reports, engineering calculations, technical memoranda, and construction recommendations.

• Review geotechnical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.

• Provide field engineering support during foundation installation, excavation, earthwork, and other geotechnical construction activities.

• Coordinate with project engineers, contractors, drilling subcontractors, and testing laboratories.

• Assist in evaluating field conditions and resolving geotechnical issues encountered during construction.

• Maintain accurate field records, engineering documentation, and project reports.

• Assist Structure Department if and when needed.

Qualifications - Required

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related field.

• 0–3+ years of relevant engineering experience.

• Basic understanding of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and geotechnical engineering principles.

• Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills.

• Ability to perform fieldwork and visit active construction sites.

• Valid driver's license.

Qualifications - Preferred

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering.

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or eligibility.

• Familiarity with geotechnical analysis software for bridges/structures

• Experience with subsurface investigations, foundation design, or geotechnical construction inspection.

• Knowledge of AASHTO, NJDOT, and/or engineering standards.

• Familiarity with construction materials testing and field inspection procedures.

Benefits:

Paid Training, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, Dental/Vision Insurance, Retirement Plan, & Potential Bonus.

Employment Type: Full Time

EEO Policy:

Omsum Engineering provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Omsum Engineering complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Omsum Engineering expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Omsum Engineering’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Send your resume to hr@omsumeng.com

Send your resume to hr@omsumeng.com