EIT Staff Engineer, Geotechnical

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 an EIT Certified Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join our Professional Services Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Tampa, Florida. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

What are we looking for?

The Geotechnical Staff Engineer is responsible for conducting Geotechnical engineering and project management services on local and/or regional projects. This position is considered entry level for Technical/Professional work in the geotechnical engineering industry. Geotechnical Staff Engineers work under close supervision of experienced professionals to complete assignments requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and technical criteria. They perform specific and limited portions of a broader assignment under the guidance of more senior experienced professionals. The job schedule may include some nights and weekends as needed, but predominantly is performed during traditional daytime working hours.

About the Intertek-PSI Team

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. Through these risk management and quality assurance services, we ensure the reliability, safety and performance of our client’s new developments, existing assets, and facilities.

Job Title: Staff Engineer, Geotechnical

Location: Tampa, FL

When working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid time off and paid holidays.

What you’ll do:

• Perform a variety of assignments and roles that include independent evaluations using standard techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment to make minor adoptions and modifications to these standards

• Prepare and review Engineering reports, project plans and specifications

• Assign, track, and manage work/tasks to staff

• Prepare scopes, budgets, task orders, and schedules for project task assignments

• Prepare proposals to provide professional services

• Review recommendations with Professional Engineers, Senior Project Managers, & Principal Consultants

• Maintain and leverages client relationships to develop new project opportunities

• Attend client site meetings

• Communicate effectively with client and project teams

• Work on one or multiple projects at a time

• Train Technicians and other Technical staff

• May perform on-site observations, sample collection, and specific tests

• May work both in the field and laboratory occasionally

• Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil and/or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited/ABET school is required

• EIT certification required

• Effective communication skills (written, verbal, and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required

• Basic math, calculator, and computer skills are required

• The ability to read and understand work plans is required

• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed

• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record is required

  Preferred Requirements and Qualifications:

• Advanced academic coursework in Geotechnical Engineering disciplines (Advanced Soil Mechanics, Foundation Engineering, etc.) preferred

• Experience with geotechnical technical writing preferred

Why work for Intertek-PSI?

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. Through these risk management and quality assurance services, we ensure the reliability, safety and performance of our client’s new developments, existing assets, and facilities.

Intertek’s Commitment

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.

Our Culture of Total Quality Assurance

Intertek promotes a culture where motivated, customer-oriented employees can flourish, experience professional fulfillment, and reach their highest potential. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all.

A career with Intertek offers rewarding opportunities to help companies around the world develop products that are used safely by millions of people every day. Intertek is the trusted advisor to many of the world’s leading brands, companies, and governments, and has earned a reputation for accuracy, reliability, integrity, and technical competence. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

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.

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.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@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.