Job Description

General Responsibilities:
This position is for a field engineer working primarily in our geophysical department. May at times require heavy travel.

Employee will perform non-invasive geophysical surveys from the ground surface using various geophysical technologies. The primary responsibility of this employee would be to operate and maintain our multi-channel GPR system which travels the country for projects. The employee will be a part of a broad range of project types and gain experience in multiple engineering fields.

The employee must be comfortable working alone as well as with a team, follow instructions, and communicate well with others.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Developing level Geophysicist responsible for conducting geophysical surveys; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
• Assists in geophysical data collection and tests to evaluate, plan and permit projects.
• Outlines required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies in field of expertise.
• May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks.

• High school with preference to Associates/Bachelor’s degree or 3 years of experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Willingness to travel

• Certification in field of expertise based on state specific requirements.

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

Employment Type

Regular, Full Time

Exemption

Non-exempt

Service Line

Geophysical Services

City, State (Office Location)

Cedar Rapids, IA

Job Category

Operations Support

Office Name

Cedar Rapids

07-Jun-2025