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Staff Engineers - Construction (new grads)

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Location
Remote · US
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, requiredValid Driver's License, required

Job overview

Intertek PSI is seeking a newly graduated engineering professional for a Staff Engineer role on its Building and Construction team in Portland. The role performs evaluations, documents observations, reviews project plans, and may conduct field and laboratory work. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, eager to gain experience, and effective in a fast-paced environment. The position is remote and is not eligible for sponsorship.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Independent Evaluations, nice to haveReport Writing, nice to haveProject Plan Review, nice to haveClient Communication, nice to haveSample Collection, nice to haveTesting, nice to haveVerbal Communication, requiredWritten Communication, requiredWorking Off Shifts, requiredWorking Overtime, requiredLifting, requiredKneeling, requiredSquatting, requiredStanding, requiredWalking, requiredOutdoor Work, requiredClimbing, required

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, requiredValid Driver's License, requiredEIT Certification, nice to haveUS Work Authorization, requiredTravel Up to 25%, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

NEW GRAD OPPORTUNITIES!

STAFF ENGINEER - CONSTRUCTION

Intertek PSI is planning to add a Staff Engineer to our Building and Construction team in Portland, OR. The target candidate population for this role is a newly graduated engineering professional looking to gain experience in the Construction Industry.

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities. Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Staff Engineer role performs various evaluations, documents observations related to sample collections and testing, and may represent the company in client interactions. The ideal candidate for this role will be comfortable working independently, eager to gain new experiences, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

Shift/Schedule: Monday - Friday (8am-5pm)

Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

Position not eligible for sponsorship

What you’ll do:

  • Performs a variety of assignments that include independent evaluations using standard techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment to make minor adoptions and modifications to these standards

  • Performs preliminary report writing and review

  • Reviews project plans and specifications prepared by others

  • Attends client site meetings

  • Communicates effectively with client and project teams

  • Works on one or multiple projects at a time

  • Trains Technicians

  • May perform on-site observations, sample collection, and specific tests

  • May work both in the field and laboratory regularly

  • Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Bachelors of Science Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering from accredited engineering /ABET school

  • No experience required

  • Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communication

  • Ability to work off shifts and overtime

  • May travel up to 25% of time

  • Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record is required.

  • This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States.

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • EIT certification Preferred

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to to 50 pounds frequently. Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance.

  • Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound.

  • Ability to kneel and squat occasionally

  • Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time

  • Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (hot and cold)

  • Ability to climb occasionally

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [email protected] (https://hcog.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/afr/remote/{"uri":"https:\_\_fa-internal.oracleoutsourcing.com:10663\_hcmUI\_rr\_"}/afr/[email protected]) or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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How this job compares

Set against the 1,016 open Staff Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$180–257K/yr818 salary ranges
  • US median$24–57/hr23 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 10 open Staff Engineer jobs in Oregon and 1,016 across the US. 7% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
Staff Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 5 to 8 years (879 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 564 of the 1,016 open Staff Engineer jobs (56%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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