Position : Geotechnical Engineer (GEO Engineer 2)

Location : Remote, OH

Who You Are

Atlas Technical Consultants is seeking an innovative and passionate Geotechnical Engineer (GEO Engineer 2) to join our Ohio team.

Who We Are

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii.

Meet our Geotech Team:

The geotechnical engineering division at Atlas informs some of the most transformative infrastructure and environmental projects of the 21st century.

We are a team of deeply experienced professionals who are laser focused on providing an unparalleled level of sector-specific technical assistance to clients across public and private domains.

Atlas promotes a collaborative work environment for professionals of all backgrounds to develop into industry leaders, while offering a range of competitive compensation and benefits.

Where Ingenuity Meets Climate Action

Gain the exposure and resources you need to engineer sophisticated solutions that leave lasting social impact. Use leading-edge technology to design efficient infrastructure and combat climate change.

A World-Class Culture of Inclusivity

Join for the flexible work arrangements, abundant advancement opportunities, and healthy work-life balance. Stay for our embodiment of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage projects, resources, and staff while providing expert technical guidance in geotechnical engineering across diverse projects—in both public and private sectors—and ensure strict adherence to applicable guidelines.

• Perform geotechnical design, investigation, and analysis for buildings and infrastructure projects, including residential/commercial buildings, bridges, highways, railways, airports, pipelines, and levees/basins.

• Direct and supervise subsurface explorations, laboratory testing, and geotechnical data interpretation to ensure a high-quality, timely, and within-budget delivery of the projects.

• Perform geotechnical design and analysis for shallow and deep foundations, earthworks recommendations, slope stability and seepage analyses, lateral earth pressure calculations, and other pertinent analyses in support of a wide range of projects in public and private sectors.

• Supervise and lead geotechnical support during construction of geotechnical elements, including shallow and deep foundations, grading, utility trenching, and other earthwork operations.

• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and governmental personnel, ensuring that all geotechnical concerns are addressed comprehensively.

• Mentor and train junior geotechnical engineers and foster their professional development.

• Play an active role in professional associations.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Minimum Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering suffices; a master’s degree in geotechnical engineering wows but is not a dealbreaker.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in geotechnical engineering practice with an emphasis on geotechnical design and analysis, geotechnical field investigation, and construction supervision.

• The successful candidate should be a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan, or West Virginia or ability to obtain.

• Local experience and familiarity with the local engineering practice.

Technical Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working.

• Geotechnical background including fundamental knowledge of principles of geotechnical engineering, soil and rock mechanics, earthquake engineering, pavement engineering, and groundwater hydrology.

• Experience in construction oversight for foundation and pavement construction and earthwork observation.

• Experience with geotechnical engineering software; we would rather you were well-versed in a few than only-sort-of-acquainted with many.

• Familiarity with AASHTO, FHWA, and IBC standards, guidelines, and deliverables.

• Demonstrated ability to lead small to medium-scale geotechnical projects and manage field geologists and engineers.

Other Miscellaneous Qualities:

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

• Must be able to pass a background check for clearance to work on various private and government facilities.

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