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YU & Associates

Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$65k - $73k+ Performance-based bonus
Entry
Bachelor's, Master's
Elmwood Park, NJ, USA
In PersonField and office assignments as required; willingness to travel is required.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringGeotechnical Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a heavy emphasis on geotechnical engineering coursework is required.
  • Applicants should have 0–2 years of practical geotechnical engineering experience; internship experience is considered.
  • An Engineer-in-Training certification is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, is required.
  • Working knowledge of common geotechnical engineering software tools is required.
  • The ability to become proficient in using the firm's field-testing equipment, including a nuclear gauge and other equipment, is required.
  • The ability to prepare accurate daily field and boring logs and other reports, and to meet required completion deadlines, is required.
  • Verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • The ability to work independently and with teams is required.
  • Strong analytical and judgment capabilities are required.
  • Willingness and ability to travel are required.
  • Own transportation and a valid driver's license are required.
  • Field and office assignments may be required.
  • Applicants must be able to work in locations featuring rough terrain typical of construction sites.
Responsibilities
  • Provide support to project managers and perform duties as a field representative.
  • Carry out subsurface explorations.
  • Perform field tests and collect field data and samples.
  • Monitor construction sites.
  • Compile data and prepare reports.
Desired Qualifications
  • A master's degree in civil engineering or geotechnical engineering is preferred.

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