Geotechnical Staff Engineer

Overview

Geotechnical engineer handling field investigations, CMT, reports, and project coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• geotechnical analysis
• field testing
• site investigations
• report preparation
• client liaison
• team coordination

Tasks

-Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives are met. -Perform geotechnical analysis using industry-standard software for settlement, bearing capacity, and lateral earth pressure. -Review and interpret test results to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards. -Serve as deputy for business unit including management of people and resources, working with clients for additional business development, representing business unit as subject matter expert. -Coordinate with contractors and project managers to resolve construction material-related issues. -Support senior engineers with proposal preparation, project planning, and technical review. -Prepare daily field reports documenting test results, observations, and non-compliance issues. -Train junior staff and technicians in geotechnical and CMT methodologies. -Prepare geotechnical reports with recommendations for foundations, retaining structures, slope stability, and pavement design. -Conduct geotechnical investigations, including site exploration, soil and rock sampling, and logging of subsurface conditions. -Perform field testing and inspection of construction materials such as soil, asphalt, and aggregates. -Collaborate with project teams to develop cost-effective engineering solutions.

Requirements

• civil engineering
• pe license
• geostudio
• cad/gis
• astm/aashto
• testing equipment

What You Bring

-Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding -Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field. -Experience with laboratory testing of soils and materials. -3-5 years of professional experience in geotechnical engineering and/or construction materials testing. -Demonstrated supervisory experience via project leadership, people leadership, mentoring/coaching, piers or subordinates with direct reports -Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations -Experience with testing equipment for soil, concrete, and asphalt. -Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to job sites as needed. -Proven track record managing resources that don’t report to you in a project management role -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Strong understanding of ASTM, AASHTO, and other relevant standards. -Proven track record of conducting field investigations, geotechnical analyses, and/or construction materials testing. -Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred. -Proficiency in geotechnical engineering software (e.g., GeoStudio, gINT, Slide, etc.). -Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. -Knowledge of construction techniques and inspection protocols. -Familiarity with CAD or GIS tools for site layout and reporting. -Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language, including the ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood.

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Benefits

-Company-paid life and disability insurance -PTO starting at 12 days/year, increasing annually up to 20 days -Training and certification opportunities -401(k) with 4% company match and immediate vesting -Affordable medical plans starting at $100/month for individuals -Employee recognition and bonus programs -8 paid holidays each year

About 2Mnext

-Born in Atlanta in 2010, this firm sprang from a vision to blend engineering depth with hands‑on materials expertise. -Their early work focused on complex geotechnical studies, evolving into full‑scale environmental consulting and pavement solutions. -Materials testing became a signature offering: soils, aggregates, concrete, steel and asphalt pass through their lab and field inspections. -Special inspections for designated buildings and structures expanded their reach into safety‑critical sectors. -They’ve left a mark on major transportation projects across Georgia and Florida, often serving as CEI/RTT subconsultants. -With multi‑state offices—from Atlanta to Nashville and Charlotte—their footprint matches their wide sector expertise. -An unusual highlight: they placed a commemorative plaque on a runway reconstruction project at Hartsfield‑Jackson ATL, honoring a long‑time engineer.

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