What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geotechnical Field Engineer position at Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company?
Primary Job Title:
Geotechnical Field Engineer
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
Field Geotechnical Engineer
Site Engineering Geologist
Geotechnical Construction Engineer
Civil Engineer - Earthworks
Geotechnical Project Specialist
Location:
Winnemucca, NV
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
- Position Type: Contract
- Contract Duration: ~6 months
- Start: ASAP
- End: Estimated March 2026
- Pay Rate: $70.34-$93.70/hour
- Shift/Hours: Full-time, standard site schedule
As a Geotechnical Field Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the construction of large-scale infrastructure at the Thacker Pass Project site. This onsite position involves direct oversight of earthwork activities, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, and providing critical support to the Geotechnical Engineering Lead. You'll serve as the technical liaison between engineering, field contractors, and the internal construction team.Key Responsibilities:
- Review scopes of work, technical specifications, and drawings related to earthworks.
- Ensure technical requirements and specifications are met in the field.
- Coordinate and oversee contractor performance during geotechnical and earthwork activities.
- Liaise with contractor field representatives and internal construction management teams.
- Maintain regular communication with the project's Geotechnical Engineering Lead.
- M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology with 8 years of experience
OR B.S. with 10 years of experience in the field - Hands-on experience executing earthwork operations at large construction sites
- Previous work in challenging ground conditions and on large infrastructure projects
- Professional engineering registration (PE or equivalent)
- International project experience or remote location fieldwork
- Prior collaboration with multi-disciplinary project teams
- Broad knowledge of geotechnical engineering and rock mechanics
- Familiarity with earthwork construction, testing, and subsurface investigations
- Strong understanding of health and safety compliance on large job sites
- Proficiency in geotechnical modeling software
- Working knowledge of field and laboratory testing methodologies
- Excellent communication and field coordination skills
- Computer literacy with MS Office and geotechnical tools
- Ability to troubleshoot field issues and ensure drawing/spec compliance
- Support design and construction team with real-time field input
- Maintain thorough documentation and ensure stakeholder alignment
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
- 401k Retirement Fund
About the Client:
Global engineering, procurement, and construction leader headquartered in Reston, VA. Specializes in the delivery of complex infrastructure and energy projects including fossil and nuclear plants, renewables, highways, processing facilities, and chemical complexes. Committed to quality, safety, and delivering solutions in challenging environments.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number: 25-25565
Salary : $70 - $94
