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Engineer, Soils

DOT Code: 024.161-010

Industry: profess. & kin.

Studies and analyzes surface and subsurface soils to determine characteristics for construction, development, or land planning: Inspects proposed construction site, and sets up test equipment and drilling machinery to obtain data and soil and rock samples. Analyzes data and soil samples through field and laboratory analysis, to determine type, classification, characteristics, and stability of soil. Computes bearing weights, prepares maps, charts, and reports of test results. May make recommendations regarding foundation design, slope angles, grading or building heights. May participate in environmental studies and prepare environmental impact reports.

GOE: 05.01.08 STRENGTH: L GED: R6 M5 L6 SVP: 7 DLU: 77