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Assistant Geotechnical Engineer

United States, Reno Employment contract 30.00 - 42.00 USD / Hour · Job Posted May 04, 2026
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Wood Rodgers is seeking a motivated Assistant Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing geotechnical team. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and licensed Professional Engineers in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment while contributing to a wide variety of meaningful projects across northern Nevada. This is a staffed, hourly, non-exempt position.

Job Responsibility

  • Working closely with a small, dedicated geotechnical team and senior leadership on public and private sector projects
  • Collaborating under licensed Professional Engineers (PEs) who serve as mentors and support your professional growth
  • Performing and overseeing field explorations including test pits, borings, and site evaluations
  • Coordinating and assigning laboratory testing and reviewing results for accuracy and applicability
  • Analyzing laboratory data and soil properties to support engineering recommendations
  • Preparing and contributing to technical geotechnical reports involving foundations, pavements, slopes, retaining structures, and earthwork
  • Collaborating with related disciplines, including land development, surveying, and transportation—to gain a broad, integrated understanding of project delivery
  • Applying cross-disciplinary knowledge to develop practical, constructible solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field (geotechnical emphasis preferred)
  • Ability to obtain Nevada Professional Engineer registration within four years
  • Ability to work effectively with a dedicated, team-oriented group
  • Strong skills in organization, data gathering, and technical analysis
  • Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and coordinate with clients, contractors, laboratories, and internal teams
  • A proactive attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to continue learning and advancing professionally.

What we offer

  • Unique Culture
  • Teamwork
  • Learning and Development
  • Leadership development programs
  • Mentorship
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