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Geotechnical Engineer - EIT

Stantec

Stantec

IT
Columbus, OH, USA
Posted on Jun 6, 2025

Geotechnical Engineer - EIT - ( 2500025P )

Description

Build the foundation for a lasting and successful career by starting with a good team. When we say that we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work indoors and out, above and below ground, over and under water, across projects large and small. From field exploration and laboratory testing to the design and construction management of complex civil projects, our team does work that’s rock solid. Join our team today!

Stantec's Geotechnical practice has an immediate opportunity for an EIT. As a Geotechnical EIT you will provide comprehensive engineering services to Stantec clients for a variety of infrastructure projects.

Your Opportunity

The role of an entry level geotechnical engineer is to work on projects both small and large, and as a team member under the close guidance and supervision of a senior engineer. You will perform a variety of tasks related to geotechnical components of water resources, transportation, dam and levee, power, and infrastructure projects that may include calculations, field work, coordination of tasks, and meeting attendance and recording.

In general, an entry level geotechnical engineer will assist more senior engineers/designers by performing the routine aspects of geotechnical engineering assignments.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Conducts calculations and performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned and under the supervision of a project engineer.

  • Perform field work related to geotechnical explorations and/or construction related activities.

  • Assists team in preparing civil designs, drawings, specifications, presentations and reports.

  • Assists in supporting the geotechnical team in providing support services during construction that can include submittal reviews, responses to requests for information and contract document clarifications.

  • Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

  • An understanding of civil and geotechnical engineering concepts and analysis methods.

  • Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.

  • Ability to interpret sketches, engineering drawings, and other similar material.

  • Basic experience in Microsoft Office, and familiarity with AutoCAD Civil3D, Geostudio, OpenGround and gINT.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Willing to travel on an as-needed basis in support of geotechnical investigations, construction, and inspections.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering. Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.

  • Must have taken and successfully passed the FE exam and be an EIT.

  • Co-op/Internship experience preferred.

  • Travel/field work 25-50% of the time.

Typical office environment working with computers and working at a desk for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. The experience will forever shape your future.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Ohio-Columbus

Organization : BC-2243 Water-US Delivery

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Jun 6, 2025, 6:14:38 AM

Req ID: 2500025P

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans