Geotechnical Engineer

ID 2025-1399
Position Type
Full-Time
Location
US-TN-Lebanon
Requisition Post Information* : Post End Date
1/1/2026

Overview

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

 

Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) Company has an opportunity available. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope.

UES offers you the opportunity to excel at the fastest growing Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) firm in the country. Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices.
We are a family of companies with revenue of $500M, quickly rising through organic and acquisition growth. We are made up of 6 regions that include nearly 24 companies within those regions: Florida, West, Texas, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Midwest. UES is a family of almost 3,800 team members who operate in 85 locations in 22 states. Our values guide the way we work, make decisions, and treat others, specifically our team members, customers, and the communities where we serve. We STRIVE for safety, teamwork, responsiveness, integrity, value and excellence.
At UES, you will collaborate with a team that places value in our collective vision, culture of community, and unwavering commitment to excellence. While being encouraged to promote innovative and creative ideas, you will be provided the support to bring those ideas to fruition. As our company continues to grow at a rapid pace, so do the opportunities for our current and future team members to learn and mentor for continued professional and personal development. Additionally, you can count on excellent benefits, a comprehensive PTO plan, uncapped career growth, and the best people in the industry.  You can learn more about our career opportunities here: https://teamues.com/careers/  
 

 

Responsibilities

UES is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Nashville team as part of the UES Southeast Region. This position entails the delivery of comprehensive geotechnical services through the coordination and execution of field explorations and laboratory testing, the analysis/evaluation of those findings, the preparation of geotechnical reports, and communication with Alpha clients.

  • Perform geotechnical analysis and studies to assess construction site conditions
  • Plan and conduct geotechnical explorations effectively
  • Perform field and environmental investigations for construction projects
  • Assist project professionals with project execution, proposal, and report preparation.
  • Execute smaller projects to gain experience in project management
  • Coordinate required testing/sampling with drill crews and assist with field activities 
  • Interpret field data and assign laboratory testing
  • Communicate results of field and laboratory testing, and geotechnical recommendations, to clients
  • Prepare geotechnical reports
  • Perform field inspections during construction
  • Cross train with the Construction Materials Testing and Environmental divisions as necessary
 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) ABET or an accredited four-year college or university in civil engineering. 
  • 3 – 5 years experience in a like or similar field, preferred
  • Familiarity with modern office tools including the use of computer-based programs such as gINT, DARWin, SLOPE/W, VOLFLO, gSTABL, SLIDE, Microsoft Excel, Autocad, etc
  • Possession of a valid Tennessee driver license and acceptable driving record
  • Engineering in Training; P.E registration preferred
  • PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must reside within commutable distance of our company location. Remote work or relocation assistance is not available for this role. Applications originating from outside the continental U.S. will NOT be considered. 
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Who We Are

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here

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