About this role
Wood Rodgers, a leading engineering consulting firm, is seeking a motivated Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing 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. As a Geotechnical Engineer at Wood Rodgers, you’ll play an active role in both field and office work, gaining hands‑on experience while continuing to develop your technical expertise under the guidance of experienced mentors. Your responsibilities will include: 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.