Geotechnical Engineering Specialist
STV
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- Pay
- $92K to $105.1K
- a year
- Location
- Boston, MA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Nov 5
- 2 days ago
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About the company
STV
Civil engineering · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
What you'll do
- Conduct geotechnical investigations, site assessments, and subsurface explorations
- Analyze soil, rock, and groundwater conditions and prepare geotechnical reports
- Perform geotechnical design calculations for foundations, retaining structures, slope stability, and ground improvement
- Provide technical support during construction, including reviewing submittals and performing field observations
- Assist in preparing geotechnical reports, specifications, and contract documents
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering
- Minimum of 2 years of geotechnical engineering experience supporting transportation, infrastructure, and building projects
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain within one year
- Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software and standard office applications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Master’s degree or higher (preferred)
- Education: a bachelor's degree or a postgraduate degree
Key skills
Geotechnical Engineeringgeotechnical analysis softwaregINTSLOPE/WLPILEPLAXIS 2D or 3Dwritten and verbal communicationProfessional Engineer (PE) license
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Perks
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
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STV is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Specialist for our Geotechnical department at our Boston, MA office.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct geotechnical investigations, site assessments, and subsurface explorations to support infrastructure, transportation, and building projects.
Analyze soil, rock, and groundwater conditions and prepare detailed geotechnical reports with design recommendations.
Perform geotechnical design calculations for foundations, retaining structures, slope stability, and ground improvement techniques.
Provide technical support during construction, including reviewing submittals, performing field observations, and resolving geotechnical challenges.
Assist in preparing geotechnical engineering reports, specifications, and contract documents to support design and construction.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives and compliance standards are met.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering; Master’s degree or higher preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of geotechnical engineering experience supporting transportation, infrastructure, and building projects.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain within one year.
Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software (e.g., gINT, SLOPE/W, LPILE, PLAXIS 2D or 3D) and standard office applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce clear, concise technical reports and presentations.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Compensation Range:
$91,976.90 - $105,116.46
STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Back-Up Dependent Care • Parental Leave • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.
Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.