What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geotechnical Co-Op position at ECS Southeast, LLP?
Responsibilities
- Assists with geotechnical fieldwork and subsurface exploration activities
- Supports obtaining utility clearances and preparing drilling instructions
- Performs boring and test pit layout using conventional surveying and GPS
- Observes and classifies soils and test pits
- Assists in preparing boring logs and location diagrams
- Performs hand auger borings to obtain soil samples and subsurface data
- Assists with specialized testing (e.g., Pile Driving Analyzer testing, seismic testing)
- Observes foundation construction and ground improvement activities
- Supports basic foundation analysis and engineering recommendations
- Assists with laboratory testing of soils and concrete materials
- Interprets test data and supports preparation of reports or summaries under supervision
- Maintains field and laboratory equipment and work areas
- Documents field and laboratory observations accurately
- Performs other field, laboratory, or project support tasks as assigned
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What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- 0 years of related experience
- Actively pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, or other related degree
- One certification must be completed within the 90-day introductory period, and all basic certifications must be completed within 270 days of employment
- Certifications applicable to the work performed are required
If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Dependable, detail-oriented, and organized work ethic
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to follow directions and work under supervision
- Basic problem-solving and observational skills
- Willingness to work in outdoor field environments and laboratory settings
Military Qualifications
- The following US Military ranks would qualify for this position:
- E-4
Who We Are
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, clickhere.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity [EO] employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other protected category. E-verify and federal drug-free work place compliant.