Geotechnical Staff Engineer-Reno, NV

Certerra is seeking a motivated Geotechnical Staff Engineer to join our Northern Nevada team in Reno, NV. In this role, you will support geotechnical investigation, testing, analysis, and reporting on a wide variety of civil and infrastructure projects. Working under the guidance of senior engineers and project managers, you will gain hands-on experience across all phases of geotechnical engineering practice, including field exploration, laboratory testing, data interpretation, and technical report writing. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to build a strong foundation in applied geotechnical engineering within a collaborative, growth-oriented firm.

New Graduates Welcome!!

Duties:

• Field Investigation & Sampling
• Laboratory Testing & Data Analysis
• Geotechnical Report Preparation
• Construction Observation & Testing Engineering Analysis & Design Support
• Perform slope stability, bearing capacity, and settlement analyses
• Client & Project Support
• Assist project managers and senior engineers with deliverables and client communication
• Maintain accurate field logs, boring logs, and project documentation

Education/Qualifications:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering Required (Geotechnical focus preferred)
• M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering (a plus, not required)
• Relevant field or lab experience may substitute for advanced degree 0–3 years of geotechnical engineering experience

Certifications/Licenses needed:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required;
• PE license a plus