Engineering Geologist - Mi-Tech Services, Inc.

As a full-service engineering, design, and construction services firm, Mi-Tech delivers comprehensive, in-house support for utility, infrastructure and heavy civil projects from planning and design through execution. Our multidisciplinary team provides practical, innovative solutions that emphasize cost efficiency, constructability, and long-term value. Founded in 1985, Mi-Tech has built a reputation for excellence in engineering, design, environmental, laboratory, technical, and field support across the many industries we serve. As a proud member of the Michels Family of Companies, Mi-Tech collaborates across our internationally respected roster of construction craft and professionals to deliver integrated, end-to-end solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

In your role as an Engineering Geologist at Mi-Tech, you’ll perform field explorations, collect samples, geologic reconnaissance, mapping, and preparing field reports.  You will organize laboratory data, conduct/ review limited soil index property laboratory testing and report data.  You will interpret data, prepare geological subsurface logs, profiles, design cross-sections, profiles, and assist in preparation of design reports.

Why Mi-Tech Services Inc.?

• We are committed to hiring the best people and giving them the best equipment.
• We are dedicated to improving energy distribution & telecommunication services that serve and improve the communities around us.
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality. If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right.
• We are family owned and operated. We work to see each other succeed, not to increase a stock market valuation.
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year. We want each of our team to learn and grow.
• We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title. We are our brothers’ and sisters’ keeper. 
• We are a part of the Michels Family of Companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure construction companies.

Why you?

• You like to surround yourself with dedicated, genuine, value-driven people.
• You are up to new challenges and opportunities. You like to learn and try new things.
• You cringe when you hear: “Because that’s the way we’ve always done it.”
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated.
• You believe that individual commitment to a group effort is key to success.
• You want your work to make a tangible difference in people’s lives.

What It Takes

• BS and/or MS Degree in Geology or Engineering Geology.
• 2 years of experience as a Geologist, including soil sampling in accordance with USCS standards and some testing experience.
• Have taken or preparing to take Professional Geologist exam.
• Experience in geologic interpretation using soil and rock samples retrieved from explorations, soil classifications.
• Experience with application to geotechnical engineering practice is a plus (rock mechanics experience a plus)
• The ability to work independently with the appropriate level of minimal supervision. 
• The willingness and ability to travel to support project needs.
• A valid driver license and insurable driving record. 
• Basic computer skills: MS Word, Excel (required); RSLog (geotechnical borehole logging, or similar), MS Access (desirable). 
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying 50+ pounds. 
• Working in all weather conditions, on uneven terrain. 
• The ability to travel (drive or fly) to field sites per project needs and job sites locally and across the United States.