Benefits:
401(k)
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Opportunity for advancement
Parental leave
Training & development
Vision insurance
About the Role:
KILO ENGINEERING LLC is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Geotechnical Staff Engineer to join their team in Marine on Saint Croix, MN. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company and work on a variety of projects, grow your engineering skillset, and engage with project stakeholders.
Core Values:
Do the Right Thing, even it hurts
Always Technically Correct
Curious to a Fault All employees are expected to uphold the company core values at all times. Those who struggle with the values are likely not good culture fits.
Responsibilities:
Complete new hire safety and skill training
Perform technician-level field and lab tasks without supervision
Perform entry-level engineering field, lab, and office tasks with limited supervision
Perform intermediate-level engineering field, lab, and office tasks with supervision
Perform project setup, including utility clearances, field plan preparation, personnel scheduling, and client communications
Complete field explorations as needed, including soil borings, compaction testing, infiltration testing, and bearing capacity testing
Complete and assign laboratory testing, including soil classifications, proctors, moisture contents, plasticity, gradation, and resistivity
Analyze collected geotechnical data for hazard evaluation, construction recommendations, and design values in geotechnical reports
Communicate clearly with clients about the findings of geotechnical reports and the associated impact on their proposed developments
Network with other engineers and potential clients to develop a professional network
Proposal writing, including scope development, schedule evaluation, and cost estimation for basic projects with supervision
Support senior engineers on intermediate and complex projects
Perform construction observation and materials testing to ensure compliance with project specifications
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field
0–3 years of experience in geotechnical engineering or related consulting
Valid U.S.-issued driver's license with acceptable driving record
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred or ability to obtain within six months of hire
Familiarity with soil mechanics, foundation design, and subsurface investigation methods
Proficiency in geotechnical software and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong written and verbal communication skills for report writing and client interaction
Ability to perform fieldwork in varying outdoor conditions and travel to project sites as needed
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to grow within a technical engineering environment
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Semi-annual reviews and compensation evaluation
401k with 5% company match
Health, dental, vision, and disability insurance
Company card for expenses when traveling or completing field work
Option for personal car mileage or use of company trucks
Hybrid work environment with options for work from home and work from office
Company laptop, adjustable desk, and dual monitors for home office provided
About Us:
KILO ENGINEERING LLC is a geotechnical engineering and construction material testing firm based in Marine on Saint Croix, MN. Kilo completes soil testing and engineering services for a variety of project types across the Minneapolis metro area, outstate Minnesota, and holds engineering licenses in 22 states for regional and national clients. Kilo is known for our deep technical expertise, commitment to quality, and willingness to find constructable solutions for all project types. Kilo Engineering is a certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE), licensed environmental well driller, and has a certified soils testing laboratory. Kilo has a commitment to mentoring and staff development to maximize the potential of all our of team members.
Flexible work from home options available.