Entry Level Staff Engineer- Geotechnical
Tighe & Bond
17 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Overview
We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Geotechnical Staff Engineer, you will join our Water Team in our Westfield, MA office, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.
Our Geotechnical Team and ProjectsOur team specializes in a full range of services, including planning, permitting, design, investigation, and construction administration, to address the complex geotechnical and geo-environmental challenges that impact infrastructure. We work with a diverse client base, including state and local governments, real estate developers, universities, hospitals, and healthcare providers, as well as other commercial and industrial property owners. Our projects encompass geotechnical analysis and design for various structures, such as wastewater treatment plants, elevated water tanks, roads and bridges, commercial and industrial buildings, major utilities, dams, retaining walls, and seawalls.
Responsibilities, Requirements, and Total Rewards
What You’ll Be Doing
As a valuable part of our Geotechnical Team, a Geotechnical Staff Engineer will support a variety of projects and gain hands-on experience with responsibilities such as:
Working under the supervision of a Professional Engineer experienced in Geotechnical Engineering assisting in preparing scopes of work as well as planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating geotechnical investigations such as borings and test pits, and logging soil, water and rock conditions
Preparing subsurface exploration logs and assisting in analyzing geotechnical data to determine subsurface conditions and material properties
Preparing geotechnical reports, including design recommendations and analysis
Performing foundation design, slope stability analysis, and settlement calculations
Assisting in preparing cost estimates, construction specifications and other project related documents
Collaborating and communicating with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, structural, and environmental engineers, scientists, and clients
Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and project specifications
Supporting construction monitoring activities, including geotechnical observation and inspections
Maintaining accurate documentation of fieldwork and project data
What You’ll Need
Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, geotechnical engineering, or another related engineering field
Relevant experience through internships or full-time roles in engineering design, consulting, and/or construction observation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Eagerness to learn, self-motivation, and excellent organizational skills
Willingness to travel to project sites and conduct fieldwork within the Northeast Region
Preferred Requirements
Master’s degree in civil engineering with a geotechnical concentration
Hands-on experience with geotechnical software such as SLIDE, SLOPEW, SETTTLE3, SupportIT, LPile, GRLWEAP, or similar
1 or more years of relevant internship experience or full-time work experience in geotechnical engineering
Completed FE or EIT certification or planning to obtain within 6-months
Your Financial and Wellness Benefits
Compensation is based on skills and experience as reflected in the pay range below
Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Best in Class Medical Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements
Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions
Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees
Hybrid Work Environment
Pet Insurance and Adoption Assistance
More Information about Tighe & Bond
Ways to Grow Your CareerWe provide a structured career path with opportunities for professional development through tuition reimbursement, internal training, conference attendance, and professional memberships. Mentorship from more experienced staff is integral to our culture and part of our commitment to your growth.
Our Culture and ValuesWe prioritize the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. We foster a flexible, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Our six core values – Integrity, Excellence, Reliability, Commitment, Respect, and Safety – guide our employee-owned company in delivering exceptional service, building trust, and promoting continuous growth. Our team celebrates together at events like our annual Lobsterfest and gives back to our community through our award-winning Make a Difference program.
We believe one of our greatest strengths lies in our differences. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, with opportunities to thrive. By embracing a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we create and cultivate a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, that encourages creativity and drives innovation. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to build a culture of belonging for all team members. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds as we work together to design a sustainable future for our communities.
More About Tighe & BondFor more than a century, Tighe & Bond has been a trusted, award-winning, employee-owned consulting firm serving the Northeast. We bring clients’ visions to life through integrated engineering, landscape architecture, planning, and environmental consulting services. In 2025, we were honored with the Massachusetts ACEC Award for Workplace Belonging & Engagement, reflecting our commitment to an inclusive, supportive culture where our people thrive. Our work is consistently recognized by organizations including ACEC, BSLA, and various regional business and environmental associations. These recognitions highlight the technical strength of our people and the innovative, sustainable solutions we deliver for public and private clients, along with the meaningful impact we make in the communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer StatementWe are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Tighe & Bond, Inc. will base decisions on employment to further the principle of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to basing judgments concerning the employment of individuals on their qualifications, abilities, skills and experience. If accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact a member of the talent acquisition team.
Pay Range
USD $64,668.00 - USD $84,877.00 /Yr.
We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Geotechnical Staff Engineer, you will join our Water Team in our Westfield, MA office, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.
Our Geotechnical Team and ProjectsOur team specializes in a full range of services, including planning, permitting, design, investigation, and construction administration, to address the complex geotechnical and geo-environmental challenges that impact infrastructure. We work with a diverse client base, including state and local governments, real estate developers, universities, hospitals, and healthcare providers, as well as other commercial and industrial property owners. Our projects encompass geotechnical analysis and design for various structures, such as wastewater treatment plants, elevated water tanks, roads and bridges, commercial and industrial buildings, major utilities, dams, retaining walls, and seawalls.
Responsibilities, Requirements, and Total Rewards
What You’ll Be Doing
As a valuable part of our Geotechnical Team, a Geotechnical Staff Engineer will support a variety of projects and gain hands-on experience with responsibilities such as:
Working under the supervision of a Professional Engineer experienced in Geotechnical Engineering assisting in preparing scopes of work as well as planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating geotechnical investigations such as borings and test pits, and logging soil, water and rock conditions
Preparing subsurface exploration logs and assisting in analyzing geotechnical data to determine subsurface conditions and material properties
Preparing geotechnical reports, including design recommendations and analysis
Performing foundation design, slope stability analysis, and settlement calculations
Assisting in preparing cost estimates, construction specifications and other project related documents
Collaborating and communicating with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, structural, and environmental engineers, scientists, and clients
Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and project specifications
Supporting construction monitoring activities, including geotechnical observation and inspections
Maintaining accurate documentation of fieldwork and project data
What You’ll Need
Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, geotechnical engineering, or another related engineering field
Relevant experience through internships or full-time roles in engineering design, consulting, and/or construction observation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Eagerness to learn, self-motivation, and excellent organizational skills
Willingness to travel to project sites and conduct fieldwork within the Northeast Region
Preferred Requirements
Master’s degree in civil engineering with a geotechnical concentration
Hands-on experience with geotechnical software such as SLIDE, SLOPEW, SETTTLE3, SupportIT, LPile, GRLWEAP, or similar
1 or more years of relevant internship experience or full-time work experience in geotechnical engineering
Completed FE or EIT certification or planning to obtain within 6-months
Your Financial and Wellness Benefits
Compensation is based on skills and experience as reflected in the pay range below
Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Best in Class Medical Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements
Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions
Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees
Hybrid Work Environment
Pet Insurance and Adoption Assistance
More Information about Tighe & Bond
Ways to Grow Your CareerWe provide a structured career path with opportunities for professional development through tuition reimbursement, internal training, conference attendance, and professional memberships. Mentorship from more experienced staff is integral to our culture and part of our commitment to your growth.
Our Culture and ValuesWe prioritize the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. We foster a flexible, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Our six core values – Integrity, Excellence, Reliability, Commitment, Respect, and Safety – guide our employee-owned company in delivering exceptional service, building trust, and promoting continuous growth. Our team celebrates together at events like our annual Lobsterfest and gives back to our community through our award-winning Make a Difference program.
We believe one of our greatest strengths lies in our differences. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, with opportunities to thrive. By embracing a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we create and cultivate a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, that encourages creativity and drives innovation. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to build a culture of belonging for all team members. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds as we work together to design a sustainable future for our communities.
More About Tighe & BondFor more than a century, Tighe & Bond has been a trusted, award-winning, employee-owned consulting firm serving the Northeast. We bring clients’ visions to life through integrated engineering, landscape architecture, planning, and environmental consulting services. In 2025, we were honored with the Massachusetts ACEC Award for Workplace Belonging & Engagement, reflecting our commitment to an inclusive, supportive culture where our people thrive. Our work is consistently recognized by organizations including ACEC, BSLA, and various regional business and environmental associations. These recognitions highlight the technical strength of our people and the innovative, sustainable solutions we deliver for public and private clients, along with the meaningful impact we make in the communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer StatementWe are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Tighe & Bond, Inc. will base decisions on employment to further the principle of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to basing judgments concerning the employment of individuals on their qualifications, abilities, skills and experience. If accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact a member of the talent acquisition team.
Pay Range
USD $64,668.00 - USD $84,877.00 /Yr.