Early Career Geologist

Company Description

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

Job Description

RESPEC seeks an Early Career Geologist to join our Pipersville, PA, location.

The Early Career Geologist position will be part of a team that supports geotechnical, environmental, and engineering projects through field investigations, data collection, and technical analysis. This role involves conducting subsurface explorations; soil and rock logging; groundwater, surface water, and stormwater sampling; and site assessments to evaluate geologic conditions. The Early Career Geologist prepares or supports the preparation of technical reports, interprets geologic and geotechnical data, and collaborates with geologists, engineers, and project managers to support design recommendations and regulatory compliance. Additional responsibilities include:

• Conducting geologic, hydrogeologic, and environmental investigations
• Performing field sampling of groundwater, surface water, soil, air, and other materials
• Analyzing, evaluating, and interpreting subsurface data, including soil and groundwater characteristics
• Overseeing and assisting in soil and rock classification during drilling projects
• Supporting geologic and engineering tasks in the office, including data analysis and report preparation
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful project outcomes

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology; Master’s degree is a plus
• 1–3 years of relevant field work and technical writing experience
• Willingness to perform fieldwork year-round, potentially for extended durations
• Experience with groundwater modeling, CAD, ArcGIS, Leapfrog, or boring log software (e.g., gINT) is a plus
• Ability to obtain Geologist-In-Training (GIT) and Professional Geologist (PG) licensure

Additional Information

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.