Job Information
Actalent Geotechnical Engineer in Des Moines, Iowa
Job Title: Geotechnical EngineerWork Site
This is a fully on-site position in Des Moines, Iowa.
Job Description
As a Geotechnical Engineer, your duties will include preparing proposals, conducting and reviewing construction field observation activities, and reviewing materials tests and reports. You will also create soil logs from field logs and samples and prepare them into a typed document. Depending on your preference, you can work in the field or in the office. Moreover, you will work on 3-4 projects at a time and draft reports for the VP Engineer to review before sending to the client. Your role will involve partnering with Architects, Owners, and Engineers.
Hard Skills
Civil Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Construction Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Soft Skills
Ability to prepare proposals
Conducting and reviewing field observation activities
Reviewing materials tests and reports
Creating soil logs
Drafting reports
Collaborating with Architects, Owners, and Engineers
Work Environment
Our work environment is M-F 40-45 hours a week, 8-5. This role is based in our office in Des Moines and you'll rarely be out in the field. You can dress casually in jeans, a polo, and nice shoes. You'll have frequent interactions with Architects, Owners, and Engineers. You will report directly to our Engineering Manager.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.