Geotechnical Engineer Job Description Assist the Geotechnical Engineer with tasks associated with field or site exploration activities. Communicate information to the Geotechnical Engineer and other team members while progressively increasing your role and responsibility with assigned equipment. Follow safety rules and practices for all projects, perform pre-task planning, and report any safety issues to management. Maintain quality standards on all projects and be open to travel and extensive walking through various terrains. Adhere to the company’s Safety, Quality Management, and Equipment Maintenance policies. Responsibilities + Assist the Geotechnical Engineer with field or site exploration activities. + Communicate information to the Geotechnical Engineer and other team members. + Increase your role and responsibility progressively with assigned equipment. + Follow safety rules and practices for all projects. + Perform pre-task planning prior to executing work. + Report any safety issues or concerns to management. + Maintain quality standards on all projects. + Be open to travel and extensive walking through various terrains. + Adhere to the company’s Safety, Quality Management, and Equipment Maintenance policies. Essential Skills + Expertise in geotechnical engineering, soil sampling, site cleanup, site assessment, sample collection, and field inspection. + High school diploma or equivalent. + Physical mobility in and around construction sites and field assignments. + Ability to carry field equipment and supplies in remote, rural, or urban surroundings. + Ability to lift 50 pounds and walk long distances. + Successful completion of related internal safety certifications. + Valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history. + Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience as a Geotechnical Field Contractor. + Capability to perform soil testing and site assessment. Work Environment The role involves working in the field at a solar site in Memphis. The environment requires extensive walking and carrying of equipment across various terrains. Adherence to safety, quality management, and equipment maintenance policies is essential. 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.