Job Description:  Senior Geophysicist / Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Location: Hagerstown, MD

About the Company:

Our client is a highly regarded, employee-owned Geotechnical and Materials Testing firm with a strong regional presence.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a mid-to-senior level, motivated Geophysicist to join our growing team and participate in a wide variety of geotechnical/geophysical evaluations and the oversight of related projects.  The role supports projects throughout the region, with additional work in the Caribbean, offering a unique mix of local and international exposure.   This is an opportunity to grow and collaborate with personnel at our other offices throughout the region and benefit from the resources, support, and industry reputation of a market leader.

Responsibilities:

• As a Senior Professional, lead and support the Company’s Geotechnical/Geophysical Group.
• Establishing cost-effective geotechnical/geophysical programs based on site conditions and requirements to support project designs. In this role you will often work with other company Principals.
• Perform geotechnical/geophysical analyses by conducting and/or reviewing and interpreting the collected data. Provide geotechnical/technical support to our project managers and attend regular project progress meetings.
• Prepare field reports, internal correspondence, and engineering/geophysical reports.
• Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, plans, technical specifications, and reports, including day to day correspondence.
• We have low barriers for interdepartmental work so you will also be involved in Construction Materials Testing projects, Geotechnical Engineering Projects and occasionally Environmental consulting projects where geophysics are used.
• Enhance our client satisfaction ratings by providing thorough, professional service and maintaining continuous communications to build long-term relationships.
• Oversee the technical excellence of all branch service providers and ensure that the highest levels of quality and integrity are the standard deliverable to our clients.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience.
• B.S. Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or Geophysics, M.S. preferred.
• P.E. or P.G. required.  Will consider other pertinent educational qualifications in lieu of P.E. or P.G. licenses.
• Geophysics experience (some, not all, that you are expected to have familiarity with): Seismic Refraction surveying, Electrical Resistivity Imaging (ERI), Multi-Channel Analysis of Surface Waves (MASW), Electromagnetic (EM) Testing, Micro-gravity (MG) Testing, and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR).
• Experience in geophysical subsurface characterization in Karst (sinkhole prone) Topography is preferred.
• Enthusiastic, self-starter with a desire to provide excellent service to our clients.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Competitive Bonus structure.
• Medical, dental, disability plans, and life insurance.
• Health Savings Account available.
• 401k with company match.
• Generous paid time off and additional benefits.

Why Join Us?

This is a true ESOP company where everyone is a stakeholder in every project.  This builds an environment of entrepreneurship and personal accountability, while it also encourages us to support one another and work as a team.  Join the team and become a partner today!

If you’re ready to bring your expertise and client management skills to an innovative team and take on challenging, rewarding work, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information, please reach out to Louis Darvalics:
Schedule a time to speak: My Calendar
P: 571-765-4193
Email: Louis@nes-llc.com
LinkedIn:  www.linkedin.com/in/louis-d-08429232