Job Description:

Summary: 

The person in this position will be part of an innovative geotechnical engineering team with over 90 geotechnical engineers and field geologists. Barr’s geotechnical engineering team provides a wide array of services related to foundations, dams, embankments, landslides, soil-structure interaction, earth-retaining structures, excavations, and underground structures. We also offer geotechnical services for ground improvement, geotechnical modeling, instrumentation and monitoring, in-situ testing, geophysics, soil dynamics and earthquake engineering, geosynthetics, and groundwater and seepage. This position can be based in any of our U.S. offices and is open for a hybrid work arrangement. The work will involve frequent out-of-town assignments. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

Drilling observation 

Instrumentation installation and monitoring 

Field investigation and contractor coordination 

Geotechnical investigation cost estimate and proposal development 

Surveying 

Geotechnical construction observation 

Preparation of drilling logs, geological maps, cross-sections, and technical reports 

On-site investigation tasks such as classifying soil and rock samples, collecting samples for field screening and laboratory analysis, and field electrical resistivity testing 

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in geology or related discipline 

2+ years of related experience 

Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills 

Strong technical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail 

Ability and willingness to work collaboratively with project team members in a high-energy work environment that encourages self-initiative 

A flexible working style and willingness to modify personal schedule when required to meet deadlines and client needs 

Willingness and ability to regularly travel 

Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing 30 pounds or more  

Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future

Possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Academic coursework directly related to the job responsibilities described above 

Proven task or project management skills 

Extensive construction materials testing experience 

 

A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Hibbing, Minnesota, office.

Compensation:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $69,000–$77,000/year. This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. Barr has a “no retained earnings” model and distributes all its profit to our employees through our bonus plan and ESOP.

Benefits:

People report that they stay at Barr because of the camaraderie and career opportunities. Another draw is our competitive package of employee benefits, which includes professional development funding, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability and accidental death insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses, paid holidays, paid time off (accrues on all hours worked), and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked). Barr’s benefits package offerings include:

Professional development funding

401(k) retirement savings plan

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, provided through profit distribution

Cash bonus

Medical and dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability and accidental death insurance

Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Paid holidays

Paid time off

NOTE: Applicants must be able to work in locations that feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and to enter and work in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Safety training will be provided.

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Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.