Geotechnical Field Engineer

Join Terracon’s growing Geotechnical Department in Minnesota as an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer. The expected start date for this role would be in the Spring 2027. This role offers an exciting opportunity to launch your career with an employee-owned company known for its safety-first culture, technical excellence, and commitment to developing future leaders. You will work alongside experienced professionals on a diverse range of geotechnical projects while contributing to the continued growth of our Minnesota operations.

In this role, you will support a variety of geotechnical projects including federal agencies, railroads, electric utilities, power generation facilities, renewable energy developments, and transmission and distribution infrastructure projects. Tasks will include performing field investigations, evaluating subsurface conditions, and providing engineering recommendations that help clients design and construct safe, reliable infrastructure. Working alongside experienced geotechnical professionals, you will gain hands-on experience with drilling and sampling programs, field observations, laboratory testing, foundation recommendations, earthwork evaluations, and construction support services. 

Terracon anticipates the starting salary range for this job opportunity will be from $68,420.00 to $82,060. Compensation is determined based on relevant experience to the role. Additional details on the salary range for this job at Terracon can be found further below in this posting.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, employee ownership (ESOP), paid time off, paid holidays, wellbeing resources, and career development opportunities.

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management
• Understand and practice quality acumen. Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
• Developing engineering professional; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Perform field observation, testing, drilling support, and construction oversight activities in active industrial, transportation, utility, and energy environments.
• Coordinate and team with contractors, project managers, drill crews, utility representatives to support safe and efficient project execution.
• Travel to project sites throughout the region and work outdoors in varying weather, terrain, and site conditions.
• Evaluate mostly routine laboratory and field data for inclusion in reports.
• Consult with other technical people and supervisors on routine and less complex projects.
• Perform basic calculations and engineering analysis
• Draft routine proposals and assists in the preparation of more complex proposals.