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Security Engineer (Microsoft Defender)
UltraViolet Cyber
Arlington, VA
- $110,000 to $115,000 USD / year
UltraViolet Cyber has an exciting position for a Senior Microsoft Cloud Security Engineer as we deploy, manage, and hardening our Microsoft cloud environment, including Azure, Office 365…
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IT Support Engineer (Hybrid - Phoenix)
Xantrion
Phoenix, AZ
- $55,000 to $65,000 USD / year
…approach to business, we invite you to explore our IT Support Engineer…
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Data Scientist
Forus
New York, NY
- $170,000 to $275,000 USD / year
As a Data Scientist on our team, you will not only define and predict our company’s core metrics, you will drive them. This is a role of immense range, stretching from developing advanced…
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Data & Analytics Engineer
Forus
New York, NY
- $170,000 to $250,000 USD / year
As a Data & Analytics Engineer at Forus, you will build the data foundation that powers how we operate, measure, and grow. You will design and maintain our core data models, pipelines, and…
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Structural/Mechanical Engineer II
Stratolaunch
Mojave, CA
…environments at speeds exceeding Mach 5, delivering critical data that helps customers validate system performance and advance technologies toward deployment. Our team brings together…
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Lead Software Engineer
JPMC page
Chicago, IL
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Facilities Technician
Quality Agents
Gaithersburg, MD
- $34 to $42 USD / hour
Operate the building management and environmental monitoring systems: respond to alarms, review data and record the actions taken.
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Spacesuit Project Engineer
HX5, LLC
US-TX-Houston, TX
HX5 is currently seeking a Spacesuit Project Engineer to join the team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas.
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Customer Success LATAM
GitLab
Remote, United States
Fortune 500® is a registered trademark of Fortune Media IP Limited, used under license. Claim based on GitLab data. Fortune 100 refers to the top 20% ranked companies in the 2025 Fortune…
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Senior or Principal Civil Engineer
Worley
AB, CA
As a Senior or Principal Civil Engineer, you will lead and deliver civil engineering solutions for environmental remediation, landfill, closure, restoration, and related infrastructure…
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Data Centre Field Support Engineer (L2)
NTT America, Inc.
TX
The Data Center Service Delivery Field Support Engineer (L2) is a developing engineering role, responsible for providing a professional second-line onsite technical support and field…
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Data Centre Field Support Engineer (L2)
NTT America, Inc.
TX
The Data Center Service Delivery Field Support Engineer (L2) is a developing engineering role, responsible for providing a professional second-line onsite technical support and field…
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Head of QC
Our Place
Los Angeles, CA
- $120,000 to $140,000 USD / year
Manage, coach and schedule the China QA/QC team (three QC inspectors and a QA engineer); set daily priorities and review every report.
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Senior Software Engineer, CAPE
Crusoe
San Francisco, CA · Sunnyvale, CA
…careers alongside a team of experts across energy, manufacturing, data center construction, and cloud…
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Lead Software Engineer
ZBETA Consulting
Remote, United States
…high-profile organizations and individuals in the world. We leverage a Data Driven, Technology Led, Human Centered approach in order to help our clients architect and engineer superior…
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Field Service Engineer II
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Mount Pleasant, PA
…impact for customers? Join Hitachi Energy as a Field Service Engineer and become a trusted technical partner delivering world-class service and support for advanced industrial equipment and…
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Engineer/Sr Engineer, IT Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance
United States
As a Cybersecurity GRC Engineer/Sr. Engineer focused on Risk Management, you will help shape and advance cybersecurity risk management capabilities that translate technical risk into…
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Hardware Test Engineer
Astranis
San Francisco, CA
…partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and…
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Lead Software Engineer - AI
Humana Inc.
NY · Atlanta, GA · Boston, MA · Charlotte, NC · Chicago, IL · Dallas, TX · Fort Lauderdale, FL · Louisville, KY · Nashville, TN · TX · Tampa, FL · Washington, DC
The Lead Software Engineer codes software applications based on business requirements. The Lead Software Engineer works on problems of diverse scope and complexity ranging from moderate to…
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Forward Deployed Engineer, Senior - Data & Analytics
Humana
Louisville, KY · Arlington, VA · Atlanta, GA · Boston, MA · Charlotte, NC · Chicago, IL · Dallas, TX · Fort Lauderdale, FL · Nashville, TN · New York, NY · Tampa, FL
The Senior Data Engineer Designs, builds, and maintains data processing architectures and solutions enabling the efficient conversion of structured and unstructured data to insights at…
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Quality Engineer
TriMas Corporation
City of Industry, CA
nonconforming product data and trends, identifies problems, and assigns
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Mid-Level (Project) Civil Engineer
Schnabel Engineering, Inc.
Helena, MT
…innovation. Our Helena, Montana office is seeking a mid-level civil engineer to support our engineering group. We are looking for a motivated candidate with attention to detail, a passion…
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Data Engineering/Analytics Support
CACI
Norco, CA · Norco
Job Title: Data Engineering/Analytics Support
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Data Engineering/Analytics Support
CACI
Norco, CA · Norco
Job Title: Data Engineering/Analytics Support
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Data Engineering/Analytics Support
CACI
Norco, CA · Norco
Job Title: Data Engineering/Analytics Support

Actalent

Staff Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

$25 to $33 USD / hour

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Pay: $25 to $33 USD / hour
Experience: Prior engineering consulting experience (0-4 years).
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 21, 2026

Original job description

Job Title: Staff Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing engineering consulting team. This individual will support geotechnical investigations, construction materials testing, and engineering analysis for a variety of infrastructure and construction projects. The role offers a mix of field and office responsibilities, providing hands-on experience with site investigations, laboratory testing, client interaction, and technical report preparation. This position is ideal for an early-career engineer looking to expand their geotechnical expertise, gain project management experience, and work toward obtaining their Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Responsibilities

Perform field and laboratory testing related to geotechnical engineering and construction materials.
Conduct site observations and monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications.
Collect, document, and analyze field data and testing results.
Assist with the preparation of geotechnical engineering reports, recommendations, and technical documentation.
Develop engineering solutions and make project recommendations for review by engineers.
Prepare proposals and cost estimates for geotechnical investigations and materials testing projects.
Manage small-scale geotechnical and construction materials testing projects from initiation through completion.
Maintain regular communication with clients and support ongoing business relationships.
Collaborate with engineers and project teams on larger, more complex projects while independently managing assigned tasks.
Support professional development efforts, including experience requirements toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Experience performing field testing, construction materials testing, or geotechnical investigations.
Strong technical writing and report preparation skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally.
Willingness to perform field-related work at least 50% of the time.
Ability to travel up to 25% as required for project needs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Prior engineering consulting experience (0-4 years).
Geotechnical engineering experience.
Experience with construction materials testing and field inspection services.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward obtaining licensure.
Experience preparing technical reports and engineering recommendations.

Work Environment

This role offers a combination of office, laboratory, and field work. Employees should expect to spend approximately 50% or more of their time performing field services at project sites, with travel throughout the local region as needed. The company supports a robust environment for geotechnical work in Iowa.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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Skills

Perform laboratory tests
Prepare technical reports
Project management
P.Eng.
Geotechnical engineering
Regulatory compliance
Documentation
Communication skills
Collaborate with engineers
Civil engineering
Valid driver's licence
Technical writing
Work independently
Heavy lifting
Inspection
EIT

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