Geological Engineer Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

The essential functions of this role are as follows: 

• Provide geologic consultation utilizing technical expertise regarding engineering geology, hydrogeology, and geology. 
• Understand, interpret, and employ applicable State and Federal regulatory rules, guidance, and policies related to geological investigations and contaminant remediation. 
• Lead or assist field teams during site investigations. 
• Evaluate and assist in developing geologically related plans and documents. 
• Develop and write technical reports and correspondence including tabulating and interpreting data for reports. 
• Follow proper sampling procedures and use appropriate geophysical and other field techniques. 
• Review and evaluate technical guidance documents, reports, journals, and related articles. 
• Determine historic geologic and hydrogeologic conditions utilizing agency files. 
• Assist in geological enforcement actions. 
• Provide technical assistance to other staff, state and federal agencies, industries, contractors, and the public.  

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Licensed Professional Geologist in Indiana preferred. 
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices, theories, and methodologies applied to geologic/hydrogeologic science and related fields. 
• Thorough knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply all applicable federal and state laws, environmental regulations, acts, and guidelines. 
• Extensive knowledge of applied statistics, environmental design, geologic sampling, and   interpretation of geologic analysis. 
• Thorough knowledge of remedial and corrective action as it relates to various program areas. 
• Ability to conduct intensive research for geologic and hydrogeological advancement of the program area. 
• Ability to determine resolutions and new approaches to various geotechnical problems. 
• Specialized knowledge of geophysical instrumentation including Electro magnetometer, Resistivity Meter, and Seismograph. 
• Specialized knowledge of well hydraulics, ground water modeling, drinking water management, waste and wastewater management, and related regulations. 

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Geological Engineer, or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment with the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT):

• Knowledge of American Association of State Highway Transportation (AASHTO), American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM), Indiana Test Methods, and INDOT specifications. 
• Working knowledge of, and ability to operate, geologic field instruments and construction testing equipment such as LWD, DCPT, etc. 
• Working knowledge of survey and mapping techniques.

You must be able to analyze, apply, and communicate technical knowledge regarding a wide variety of situations. Work is broad in scope and requires extensive judgment to interpret state and federal environmental laws, regulations, acts, and codes which may be vague and difficult to interpret. Both extensive technical knowledge and analytical skills are needed to interpret and evaluate a variety of interrelated factors.

You may receive broad direction from your supervisor on project priorities. You will utilize your own technical abilities and resources to test and resolve the problem. Work is reviewed upon project completion or upon critical milestones as projects may extend across many years. Errors in judgment could go undetected and may result in major costs to the regulated community. 

Personal Work Relationships: 
You may work with a wide variety of individuals including the public, outside consultants, and representatives of federal, local, and state government. These contacts are for the purpose of interpreting, developing, and gaining support of, and compliance with rules, laws, and regulations.