Entry Level Engineer

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking an Entry-Level Engineer to join our Contractor Services Division in Norwood, MA. The successful candidate must have a solid educational background and be self-motivated with a professional attitude.

For this position, you will work on a fast-paced and high-performing team of Scientists, Engineers, Project Managers, and Principals. We are a fully “in-person” team and our close-knit culture will allow you to grow professionally alongside your colleagues while working on challenging and high-profile projects. You will be mentored by seasoned professionals, who will in turn seek your input and ideas. Our success relies on this collaborative, friendly, and professional environment.

This position will include a mix of field and office tasks. When not at project sites, you will work in a professional office setting, completing field documentation, data analyses, technical reporting, and implementing new technology.  There will be opportunity to be exposed to all aspects of a project including project document review and the preparation of proposals.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performing field tasks including the installation of Geotechnical, Structural, and Environmental instrumentation systems.
• Assemble, test, and maintain various types of instrumentation hardware and telemetry.
• Work with software for data management and visualization for various types of automated field sensors.
• Performing deep foundation testing including technical analysis.
• Construction observation and documentation.
• Writing drafts of field reports and other technical documents.
• Reviewing project documents and preparing cost proposals.

Favorable Qualities:

• Passion for innovation, new technologies, and improved processes
• Willingness to learn and develop new skillsets
• Works well in a collaborative team environment
• Effective communicator
• Independent thinker
• Problem solver
• Self-motivated and self sufficient
• Ability and desire to work “hands on”
• Organized and strong attention to detail
• Accountable

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Geological, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering.
• 1 years of relevant work experience is preferred.
• Strong skillset utilizing Microsoft software products (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to travel locally and regionally.
• Ability to safely work using hand tools.
• A valid driver’s license in good standing.

About GZA:

• Professional development and enrichment
• Strong focus on technology and innovation
• Exciting and driven work environment
• Mentorship from experts in the industry
• Focus on continued education and learning (including tuition reimbursement)
• Generous company-subsidized benefits package including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401k retirement plan
• Ability to purchase company stock after 3 years of full-time employment

Please visit www.gza.com to learn more!

GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of 60 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environment. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on geotechnical, environmental, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and location.

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is an Affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.

Note to Staffing Agencies:

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.