Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer

Position Title: Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer

Company: Bhate Geosciences Corporation (BHATE) 
Location: Birmingham, Alabama 

Position Overview

BHATE Geosciences, a company with over 50 years of experience as a nationally recognized geotechnical and testing engineering firm, has an immediate opening in our southeast division for a Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer.  BHATE provides a culture of professional growth by developing technical expertise, professional ethics and mentoring relationships.  Our goal is to develop and cultivate associates to enjoy a successful and long-term career. If you are a motivated, hardworking individual our team is a place for you to thrive.

Primary Responsibilities

• Field Exploration: Assist in planning and overseeing geotechnical drilling, soil sampling, and rock logging.
• Data Analysis: Evaluate subsurface conditions to determine engineering properties of soil and bedrock.
• Laboratory Analysis: Understand, assign, perform and interpret basis soils and rock laboratory procedures.
• Engineering Support: Perform basic geotechnical analyses for shallow and deep foundations, settlement, and slope stability.
• Reporting: Assist in preparing geotechnical data reports, design recommendations, and technical specifications.
• Construction Oversight: Participate in site observations to ensure compliance with project plans and safety standards. 

• Safety: Follow all company safety policies and industry best practices while performing field operations

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology or a closely related field.
• Certification: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is preferred or expected within the first year of employment.
• Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, and basic knowledge of geotechnical software (e.g., gINT, Slide, or LPILE).
• Physical: Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, navigate uneven terrain, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Travel: Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and willingness to travel to local and regional project sites.

Why Join BHATE

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health and Dental insurance
• Holidays, vacation and personal time off

BHATE Geosciences is an equal opportunity employer and drug free work environment.  Applicants should have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and a clean driving record.  Pre-employment drug screen and ability to obtain security clearance are required. 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and qualifications for consideration.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Staffing agency referrals will not be considered. Any resume submitted to BHATE by a third party will be deemed the property of BHATE with no obligation to pay a referral fee.