Soil scientists jobs in the United States

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Counted Oct 27, 2026

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On-site: 30%3 listings

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Employers hiring include AECOM (1), Dynamic Engineering Consultants, PC (1), Fusion HCR (1).

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Added 7 days ago
Licensed Soil Scientist
Timmons Group
Richmond, VA
Timmons Group is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Licensed Soil Scientist for our Environmental Group located in our Richmond, VA office. The Licensed Soil Scientist will support a…
Added 12 days ago
Environmental (Soil) Scientist
Fusion HCR
Wilmington, NC
…and Southeast. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Soil Scientist to support private and public sector soil investigation work for projects in Eastern North Carolina. Will work in…
Added 13 days ago
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Wetland Soil Scientist
AECOM
Remote, United States
- $75,000 to $117,000 USD / year
Added 14 days ago
SOIL SCIENTIST
JDS Consulting, PLLC
Raleigh, NC · Wilmington, NC
JDS Consulting is seeking a qualified Soil Scientist to join our Specialty Design Department. This role supports land development, site assessments, and civil engineering projects through…
Added 16 days ago
Field Geologist / Soil Scientist | Subsurface Characterization & Soil Analysis [PCBOCC0039038]
ProSidian Consulting, LLC
New Port Richey, FL
Added 16 days ago
Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer/ Soil Scientist
GZA
Somerset, NJ
GZA is currently seeking Entry Level Engineers, Geologists, and Soil Scientists to support our growing geotechnical consulting practice in Somerset, NJ.
Added 16 days ago
SPC Soil Scientist
GAI Consultants Inc
Homestead, PA · Canonsburg, PA · Cranberry Township, PA
Systems Planning Corporation (SPC), a subsidiary company of GAI Consultants, Inc., is seeking a Soil Scientist to work within our Civil and Environmental Business Sector. The successful…
Added 16 days ago
Soil Scientist
Provost & Pritchard
Visalia, CA
Provost & Pritchard is seeking a Soil Scientist to join our agricultural and environmental consulting team in Visalia, California.
Added 17 days ago
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Field and Laboratory Technician - Soil Scientist/Hydrogeologist (Geosystems Analysis)
Westland Resources
Tucson, AZ
- $45,000 to $55,000 USD / year
GeoSystems Analysis, Inc., a Trinity Consultants team, specializes in soil, water, and ecological sciences and has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Field and Laboratory…
Added 17 days ago
Soil Scientist
Dynamic Engineering Consultants, PC
Newtown, PA

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GZA

Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer/ Soil Scientist

Somerset, NJ, United States

The base salary for this position may range between $60,000 and $70,000.

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Pay: The base salary for this position may range between $60,000 and $70,000.
Posting language: English
Posted: Apr 3, 2026

Original job description

GZA is currently seeking Entry Level Engineers, Geologists, and Soil Scientists to support our growing geotechnical consulting practice in Somerset, NJ.

As an Entry Level Engineers, Geologists, and Soil Scientists, you will perform a mix of field and office duties on a fast-paced team of highly experienced professionals and subject matter experts. The candidate must have a strong academic background in civil and geotechnical engineering, geology or soil science. Assignments will span from large scale real estate/building development, new utility infrastructure, and energy projects. Each assignment will generally be within the tri-state area. You will be mentored by seasoned professionals, who will in turn look to you to be curious, responsive, and to share ideas. Our success relies on this collaborative environment. Between field work projects, you will work in a professional office setting, preparing detailed and accurate field documentation, evaluating data and performing engineering analyses, preparing technical reports, and implementing new technology.

Primary Responsibilities:

Executing subsurface exploration and in-situ testing programs to evaluate soil and bedrock conditions in connection with foundation design & construction projects
Performing field construction observation during installation of shallow and deep foundation installation and testing, underpinning and other tasks related to underground construction and ground improvement for compliance with plans and specifications.
Evaluating field data and performing engineering analyses/calculations, such as slope stability, bearing capacity, settlement, lateral pile analyses, and design/evaluation of earth support and underpinning systems (Experience with software such as SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, LPile, Settle3, and Plaxis is a plus)
Writing field summary reports, drafts of field and engineering reports, technical specifications, and other technical documents
Preparing construction cost/quantity estimates
Assisting with submittal reviews and requests for information during construction
Communicating effectively and efficiently with contractors, clients, and team members

Qualifications:

BS degree in Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering (Master’s Degree is preferred)
1+ years of professional work experience is preferred
Effective communication, problem solving and organizational skills
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical capabilities
Ability to work independently or in a team setting
Ability to work locally and regionally. Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and have a consistent means of transportation to/from project sites

The base salary for this position may range between $60,000 and $70,000. The actual base salary and total compensation will depend on many factors, including location, candidate experience, education, professional licensure, and other qualifications.

About GZA:

Become part of an employee-owned, growth-oriented firm; established in 1964.
Nationally recognized for providing underground engineering excellence for foundations, tunnels, dams, buried utilities, marine facilities, highways, railroads, site development and temporary underground structures.
Professional development and a focus on continued education and learning (including tuition reimbursement)
Flexible hybrid work environment
Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources
Mentorship from experts in the industry
Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays and wellness time, medical, dental, vision, and 401k retirement plan

GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of over 60 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environments. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on environmental, geotechnical, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and project location.

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is an Affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.

www.gza.com

Note to Staffing Agencies:

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.

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Skills

Geotechnical engineering
Soil mechanics
Brainstorm ideas
Documentation
Prepare technical reports
Regulatory compliance
Communication skills
Problem solving
Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Work independently
Valid driver's licence

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