A Mining Engineer researches mines and designs mining operations for the efficient extraction of minerals such as metals and coal. Uses knowledge of geology and engineering to determine sites to be mined, and develops plans to extract minerals effectively. May specialize in one type of mineral or material. May inspect and monitor mines for the safety and health of miners.
Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer Geosyntec Consultants United States, North Carolina, Charlotte 1300 South Mint Street (Show on map) Aug 25, 2026 Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer
Primary Location US-NC-Charlotte
ID 2026-4798
Category Early Career Position Type Regular Full-Time Remote Yes Overview Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer in our Charlotte, NC office. The position will have the opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world situations on projects involving site characterization; landfill design and construction; earth retaining structures; deep and soft/weak foundations; dams and water containment structures; forensic investigations and litigation support; geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring; numerical analysis of stability and deformation; and geohazard / earthquake characterization / mitigation, while learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.
To Learn More Visit:
http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conduct geotechnical field investigations;
Monitor heavy civil construction projects;
Perform and review engineering calculations;
Earthquake engineering;
Landfill design and permitting;
Dam and levee evaluations;
Develop project-specific documents; and
Write and review engineering reports.
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed. Education and Licensure Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or engineering geology. (required)
Master's or Ph.D. in civil or geotechnical engineering or engineering geology. (strongly preferred)
Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
On path to obtain Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure in North Carolina within 3 years. Skills, Experience and Qualifications Prior internship or work experience in engineering consulting. (preferred)
Experience with geotechnical and civil engineering software such as AutoCAD, Slope/W, GeoStudio and PLAXIS. (preferred)
Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required)
Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required) #LI-TJ1 #LI-Onsite
