Geotechnical Engineer jobs in Las Vegas, NV

THE COMPANY

Substrata is a growing bio-chemical manufacturing company that specializes an enzyme-based solutions. Substrata’s products serve a variety of industries such as road construction, petroleum, and agricultural industries. We are a growing company that values positivity, customer service, and innovation across all levels of the company.

THE CHALLENGE

Our thousands of customers worldwide are growing each day, and we need to grow with the demand. Are you wanting to sell a unique product with a growing company? Do you want to work for a company that is growing so much that they have more leads than they can handle? At Substrata you will be supplied with all the training and knowledge required to sell our products within the first few months of employment so you will be set up for success.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This position will specialize in our soil stabilization products. The professional engineer will consult with road construction customers in-office and on-site, working alongside the sales team at times, providing an in-depth technical overview of the product and its application. You will also work alongside the operations team to standardize, document, train, and conduct product testing. Extensive travel to remote and rural parts of the country is part of the position to provide on-site analysis and consultation services on behalf of Substrata.

THE SKILL SET

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil, geological, or environmental engineering (required)
• Experience: Ideal candidate will have at least 10 to 15 years of experience in civil – geotechnical engineering, with direct involvement in soil analysis and testing best practices
• Certifications/Licenses: Professional Engineering (PE) licensure
• Experience working out in the field
• Advanced data collection and recording techniques
• Observing and documenting field activities related to the construction process
• Up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks
• Sampling, testing, and inspecting soils and aggregates
• Performing calculations and data reduction of test results
• Using field testing equipment and documenting readings
• Reading maps, following directions, and interpreting engineering and construction plans
• Interacting and communicating daily with contractors, technicians, and project manager
• Determining and/or performing appropriate laboratory tests
• Attending project meetings and assisting in project resolutions
• Assisting with the preparation and presentation of sales proposals
• Assisting with scheduling, training, and oversight of Field Engineers.

WITHIN 1 MONTH YOU’LL:

• Assist on Sales calls as the technical expert
• Site quality analysis and quality verifications

WITHIN 3 MONTHS YOU’LL:

• Build lab/testing soil standards
• Perform geotechnical studies, field tests, analysis, and design
• Write, review, and oversee research papers, articles, and publications
• Write technical documentation, process and procedures for Substrata and industry wide.

WITHIN 6 MONTHS YOU’LL:

• Work with standards organizations such as DOTs & DOD
• Provide expert engineering advice and recommendations for construction projects
• Built and grow Engineering department by hiring and training as the demand grows

BENEFITS

Substrata staff are guided by company values. In line with company values, we provide the following benefits.

• 80% paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 100% paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401k matching
• 4 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 7 Paid Federal Holidays
• Fun and supportive work environment
• Hang out with CEO’s dog, Levi