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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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Geotechnical Engineer Associate I
Baton Rouge, LA • On-site
Full-time
Re-posted 15 days ago
Job description
Thompson Engineering is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Geotechnical Engineer Associate I to join our Geotechnical Engineering team in our Baton Rouge, 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
- Assist with subsurface exploration programs, including coordination of drilling activities and field logging of soil and rock samples
- Perform basic geotechnical engineering analyses under supervision, including bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, and earthwork evaluations
- Support preparation of geotechnical engineering reports, technical memoranda, and recommendations
- Review laboratory and field test data and assist with interpretation of results
- Participate in construction observation and materials testing activities as required
- Assist with preparation of proposals, cost estimates, and project documentation
- Follow established safety policies and quality control procedures
- Communicate effectively with project managers, field staff, and clients
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or the ability to obtain EIT within a reasonable timeframe preferred
- Basic knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, soil mechanics, and foundation systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with geotechnical software is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to perform field work and occasional travel as required
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to work in outdoor and construction site environments
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform field-related tasks
- Willingness to work flexible hours based on project needs
About Thompson Engineering
Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering provides quality assurance and professional services for construction projects supporting industrial, infrastructure, and community development. Our services include drilling, materials testing, construction inspection, chemistry laboratory services, engineering design, environmental assessments, surveying, geotechnical studies, and construction management. Today, Thompson Engineering is recognized for leadership on projects that define skylines, coastlines, and transportation networks across the Southeast. From project planning and design through construction and completion, we deliver innovative solutions to complex infrastructure and building challenges for industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal clients.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.