Field Geologist

Summit Design and Engineering Services is an award-winning, multi-disciplined firm headquartered in Hillsborough, NC. Our fast-paced, growth-oriented company strives to deliver innovative, elegant solutions to our clients while providing support and guidance to the communities where we live, work, and play. We have also been recognized throughout the industry: we are the current ACEC/NC Large Firm of the Year (2023) and have been on the NC Triangle Business Journal's Fast 50 for seven years.

At Summit, we know our employees are the backbone of our organization. That's why we've built a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where each team member is valued, heard, and supported in their career goals. We invest directly in our employee's success by offering a wide range of benefits, beyond the basics including student loan reimbursement, paid volunteer hours, education and certification assistance, wellness stipends, and a flexible workplace that encourages work-life balance. When our team succeeds, Summit thrives!

We seek individuals who will contribute to a more diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. If you're interested in joining over 400 of the industry's best and brightest, we welcome you to apply.

We are seeking an entry level Field Geologist. This is a terrific opportunity for someone to work on a variety of projects while growing their career.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the coordination, preparation and performance of field activities such as collecting soil, rock, and groundwater samples
• Assist in the collection and analysis of data from sampling, reports, maps, drawings, tests and aerial photographs to evaluation, plan and permit projects
• Assist in identifying technical issues and contribute to development approaches to solve problems
• Oversee drilling and testing
• Record retrieval and research for upcoming projects
• Data review and analysis
• Report data compilation, report writing and other duties to support various projects
• Direct field personnel and supervise drillers as needed

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• BS in Geology
• Knowledge of NC geology
• Ability to review and quickly assimilate various pieces of data
• Excellent report writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to direct field personnel and supervise drillers on projects.
• Must possess strong interpersonal, coordination and communication skills
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to walk over rough and uneven terrain and be able to stand as needed
• Ability to stand up to 12 hours per day
• Ability to bend, stoop and kneel
• Ability to sit, climb and balance
• Ability to work at heights
• Ability to travel to work sites and stay overnight as needed
• Valid Driver's license with safe driving record and ability to drive

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of Bentley gINT, Power GeoPak V8i & Microstation Geopak

Current Openings for Field Geologist Jobs at Summit Design and Engineering Services