Geotechnical Engineer Job at First Point Group, Syracuse, NY

  • First Point Group
  • Syracuse, NY

Job Description

As the Senior Geotechnical Field Engineer, you will serve as the geotechnical subject matter expert supporting earthworks construction activities and ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications.

  • Key Responsibilities
  • Provide field leadership and technical oversight for large-scale earthworks operations
  • Monitor and support soil and rock excavation activities
  • Ensure compliance with geotechnical specifications, construction drawings, and quality requirements
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve field geotechnical issues in real time
  • Review and interpret geotechnical reports, test data, and field observations
  • Prepare and review technical memoranda, reports, calculations, and engineering documentation
  • Review vendor submittals and integrate recommendations into project execution plans
  • Coordinate closely with Construction, Civil/Structural, ES&H, Quality, and Project Management teams
  • Track scope, schedule, productivity, and technical deliverables Conduct investigations, foundation evaluations, and earthworks design implementation

Required Qualifications:

  • Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related engineering discipli
  • neDemonstrated experience supporting major earthworks construction projects in the fie
  • ldStrong understanding of: Earthworks construction / Site investigations / Foundation engineering / Slope stability analysis / Excavation support systems / Soil and rock mechani
  • csExperience reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and technical repor
  • tsAbility to work independently in a fast-paced construction environmets

Experience

  • SLOPE/W
  • PLAXIS
  • Geotechnical analysis and modeling softwareConstruction quality and field documentation
  • Preferred Professional Engineer (PE)
  • License Geotechnical PE registration
  • Experience supporting EPC or large-scale industrial construction projects
  • Advanced earthworks design and construction experience
  • Knowledge of industry codes, standards, and geotechnical best practices
  • Proven success collaborating across multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams

Why This Opportunity?

✔ Work on a high-profile project with a global engineering leaders

✔ Be the on-site geotechnical authority driving critical construction decisions

✔ Housing, meals, and laundry services provided

✔ Join a team delivering complex infrastructure that shapes the future

✔ Gain exposure to challenging field conditions and large-scale earthworks operations

Job Tags

Full time

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