Geotechnical Engineering Graduate | Bozeman, MT

Geotechnical Engineering New Graduate | Bozeman, MT

100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

This posting is for Summer 2027 New Graduate opportunities.

IMEG is hiring a Geotechnical Engineering New Graduate in Bozeman, MT. This entry-level role offers hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with mentorship, training, and opportunities to grow your expertise from day one. You will assist with engineering analysis, design, field inspections, field and laboratory testing, and writing engineering reports.

In this role, you'll support routine geotechnical and construction materials testing projects, work within project budget constraints, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. You'll also build client relationships, contribute to quality control and safety, and support residential and land development work while helping deliver resilient, environmentally responsible infrastructure.

At a Glance

Location: Bozeman, MT

Discipline: Geotechnical

Markets: Residential; Land Development

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 5%

Work Schedule: full-time in office

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Interact with clients to understand their needs, gather project requirements, and communicate technical information effectively
• Build and maintain client relationships through professional communication
• Coordinate and manage routine geotechnical and construction materials testing project activities
• Work as part of a project team to support the execution of consulting projects
• Assist in project planning and scheduling tasks to meet project deadlines and objectives
• Assist with documenting design decisions and instructions from clients while monitoring project design progress
• Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and propose innovative solutions
• Collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical and efficient solutions
• Participate in IMEG quality control processes to ensure that engineering designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards and client requirements
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in civil engineering
• Contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG
• Prioritize safety and regulatory compliance in all aspects of engineering work and interpret state and local design criteria and apply it to the specific project needs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals
• Work within the project’s budget constraints and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and to satisfy client expectations

What You'll Bring

Required

Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent required

Required Skills/Abilities

• Basic skills or knowledge with AutoCAD Civil 3Dsoftware and the ability to complete AutoCAD training sessions as quickly as possible
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays

Preferred

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred
• Engineer in Training (EIT) License preferred

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull
• Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises

About the Team

• Bozeman-area civil team dominated by residential and subdivision development
• Subgrade inspection, site plans, staking, and subdivision feasibility across Bozeman and Big Sky
• Geotechnical reports, septic permitting, and commercial site support in the Billings market
• Boundary survey, ALTA, and land development for multi-family and custom homes
• Recent work includes Big Sky Subgrade Inspections, Housing; Gallatin County Septic & Geotech, Housing; and Billings Commercial Site Plans, Commercial.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

• Consultancy 101: our structured development program that builds your consulting and technical foundation from day one
• An assigned mentor to guide your growth from day one
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations
• Employee ownership (ESOP): fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep, with a clear path from EIT to PE
• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription

Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today and begin your career at IMEG, where your work supports clients, communities, and meaningful project outcomes from day one.