Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer Jobs
New grad geotechnical engineer jobs are built for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a hands-on portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings pull from Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, with employers like ECS Limited, Westwood Professional Services, and Terracon Consultants hiring at this level now.
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Staff Geotechnical Engineer - Nashville, Tennessee
Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineerto join our Professional Services Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Nashville, TN. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.
Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities.
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.
The Staff Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for conducting Geotechnical engineering on local projects. Entry level for Technical/Professional work. Works under close supervision of an experienced professional to perform assignments requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Performs specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced professional. The job schedule may include some nights and weekends as needed. Ideal staff engineer candidates will be recent graduates with their Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering.
What you’ll do:
- Direct and execute Geotechnical project assignments including engineering analysis, report preparation, field exploration and laboratory services.
- Provide project level development of proposals and reports and ensure that client commitments are met.
- Field and Laboratory Sampling and Testing
- Oversight and Testing on Geotechnical project during Design and Construction
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
- BS Degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering required
- Strong background in soil mechanics with extensive knowledge of Geotechnical analysis and laboratory testing of soil
- Capable of conducting and supervising field exploration activities
- Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
- MS in Geotechnical Engineering is preferred
- Geotechnical engineering experience is preferred
- Experience in Geotechnical report preparation and development of appropriate Geotechnical recommendations is highly preferred
- E.I.T. is strongly preferred
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
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- Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
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Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level geotechnical engineer job?
Entry level geotechnical engineer roles reward candidates who can demonstrate hands-on lab work, field experience, or software skills like AutoCAD or gINT. Internships, senior capstone projects, and site-investigation coursework all signal readiness to hiring managers. EIT certification (passing the FE exam) gives a strong edge at this stage, and a clean, specific resume that lists soil-testing or slope-stability projects beats a generic one every time.
Which companies hire entry level geotechnical engineers?
Companies hiring entry level geotechnical engineers right now include ECS Limited, Westwood Professional Services, and Terracon Consultants, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including geotechnical consulting firms, civil engineering contractors, and public-sector infrastructure agencies that regularly bring on junior staff to support field investigations and lab testing.
Are there remote entry level geotechnical engineer jobs?
Yes, though most geotechnical roles at this level require fieldwork or lab access. About 6% of entry level geotechnical engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and these tend to be report-writing, data-analysis, or project-support positions rather than full site-based roles. Hybrid arrangements are more common than fully remote at the junior level.
Are these new grad geotechnical engineer jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior geotechnical engineer roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-op work in place of full-time history, or explicitly mentions a degree requirement without demanding prior professional experience. If you are a recent graduate with internship or lab work, these roles are directly relevant.
Which industries hire the most entry level geotechnical engineers?
Entry Level geotechnical engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they depend on a steady pipeline of junior engineers to support site investigations, foundation assessments, and infrastructure projects that require geotechnical input from early in the design phase.