Entry level developer Jobs in Elgin, IL

Job Title : Geotechnical Engineer - Entry Level

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will utilize AutoCAD to prepare soil boring location plans, conduct laboratory testing for soils and construction materials, and provide recommendations to drilling crews and field technicians. This role requires both office and field work, ensuring a diverse and engaging work experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare soil boring location plans using AutoCAD.
• Conduct laboratory testing for soils and construction materials.
• Utilize Trimble GPS for laying out soil boring / core locations.
• Provide recommendations and advice to drilling crews and field technicians.
• Write detailed reports on geotechnical findings and construction materials testing.
• Conduct site layouts and soil classification.
• Perform field visits for site assessments and data collection.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Environment

This position involves a mix of office and field work, with approximately 70-80% of the time spent in the office and 20-30% in the field. Office work includes report writing, soil log drafting using AutoCAD, and collaborating with a geotechnical team. Field work involves drill oversight and surveying with Trimble GPS. The company offers a strong culture with flexible start and end times, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, a 401k with company match, and an ESOP retirement plan. The work hours are from 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM, Monday to Friday.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $33.65 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Carol Stream,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 3, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.