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Engineering Assistant - Travel

Engineering Assistant - Travel

TerraconCedar Rapids, IA
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Job Description

General Responsibilities :

This position is for a field engineer working primarily in our geophysical department. May at times require heavy travel.

Employee will perform non-invasive geophysical surveys from the ground surface using various geophysical technologies. The primary responsibility of this employee would be to operate and maintain our multi-channel GPR system which travels the country for projects. The employee will be a part of a broad range of project types and gain experience in multiple engineering fields.

The employee must be comfortable working alone as well as with a team, follow instructions, and communicate well with others.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities :

  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
  • Developing level Geophysicist responsible for conducting geophysical surveys; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
  • Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
  • Assists in geophysical data collection and tests to evaluate, plan and permit projects.
  • Outlines required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies in field of expertise.
  • May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects / tasks.

Requirements :

  • High school with preference to Associates / Bachelor’s degree or 3 years of experience.
  • Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
  • Willingness to travel
  • Preferred Certification :

  • Certification in field of expertise based on state specific requirements.
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