Job Description
Geotechnical engineering company in Lombard, Illinois, is seeking a qualified individual for work as a field engineer or geologist. The ideal candidate would be a recent graduate with a civil engineering (geotechnical specialization a plus) or geology degree; a strong background in soil mechanics and soil and rock geotechnical properties or glacial geology, sedimentology, petrology, and structural geology; commitment to safety; desire and motivation for career growth; and enthusiasm for outside work and description and classification of sediments and sedimentary rocks and their engineering properties. Training will be provided. Immediate assignments will include logging of geotechnical boreholes and collection of sediment, rock, aggregate, and pavement samples.
Full-time position with paid time off, comprehensive medical benefits, life, and disability insurance, and 401(k) with an employer match.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.Carry out site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.Assists in the collection and analysis of data from sampling, reports, maps, drawings, tests, and aerial photographs to evaluate, plan, and permit projects.Conducts water, soil, rock, and other materials sampling.Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or earth sciencesZero to five years’ experienceValid driver’s license with acceptable violation history
About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.