Geotechnical Project Engineer I

Who We Are
At UES, we're a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at
The Project Engineer I supports the successful execution of engineering projects by applying fundamental

engineering principles to design, field assessments, and construction oversight. This role assists senior staff in

collecting data, performing calculations, preparing reports, and coordinating with internal teams and external

stakeholders. The Project Engineer I is focused on skill development, quality execution, and safety in a

collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering analyses, calculations, and designs under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Support preparation of technical documents including specifications, drawings, and cost estimates
• Participate in site visits, surveys, inspections, and field investigations
• Contribute to project reports and documentation, ensuring accuracy and technical integrity.
• Help identify project risks and develop basic mitigation strategies
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and clients on project deliverables and logistics.
• Ensure work complies with company procedures, safety standards, and applicable regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Construction, or Geotechnical Engineering.
• 0–2 years of relevant industry experience
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to obtain EIT/FG certification within one year; interest in pursuing PE licensure
• Familiarity with engineering and collaboration software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Office, Teams)
• Strong math, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Basic knowledge of engineering principles and field construction practices

Travel Requirements

• This position requires moderate travel, approximately up to 40% of the time, in support of business

objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on

project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may

be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and

use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying fieldconditions, including:
• Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps,grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles suchas sand, brush, and debris.
• Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments.
• Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverseweather conditions.
• The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:
• Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
• Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required forfieldwork and inspections.
• Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with projectteams.
• Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, andability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl,kneel and sit).

EEO Statement
UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement
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Position Type
Full-Time
Location
US-TN-Knoxville
Job Locations
US-TN-Knoxville