Geotechnical Project Engineer

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

Atlas is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Project Engineer with a minimum if five years of relevant professional experience to support geotechnical engineering and construction related projects throughout South Florida.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in subsurface investigations, geotechnical analysis, report preparation, and construction phase services, with ability to manage multiple projects, coordinate field operations, and develop engineering recommendations with limited supervision.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical projects from proposal through completion, including planning, field execution, budgets, schedules, and deliverable quality.
• Plan and coordinate subsurface investigations, including SPT borings, test pits, rock core, laboratory testing, and groundwater evaluations.
• Prepare geotechnical engineering reports, calculations, and recommendations (foundation, earthwork observations and site development), with QA/QC review support from senior staff.
• Perform construction phase services, including site visits, field evaluations, foundation, pavement, and earthwork observations, and resolution of geotechnical issues.
• Coordinate with field technicians, drilling subcontractors, contractors, and clients to ensure proper execution of field activities.
• Assist with proposal preparation, cost estimates, scope development, and client communications.
• Promote and maintain safe working practices during field and office operations.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical emphasis) or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering and construction-phase services, including subsurface exploration, engineering evaluations, and geotechnical report preparation.
• Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating geotechnical engineering projects, including scope, schedule, budget, field operations, and technical deliverables.
• Working knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and standard industry practices.

Technical Knowledge & Experience

• Plan and execute geotechnical investigations, including developing field programs, coordinating drillers and laboratories, overseeing SPT borings and test pits, documenting conditions, and troubleshooting field issues.
• Demonstrated experience with construction materials testing operations, including soil compaction, earthwork observations, field inspections, technician oversight, and non-conformance resolution.
• Knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, including soil and rock mechanics and groundwater conditions typical of South Florida.
• Perform and support engineering evaluations and recommendations for shallow and deep foundations, site earthwork, pavement, and ground improvement concepts.
• Experience preparing geotechnical reports, proposals, calculations, and related technical documentation while ensuring quality and timely deliverables.
• Proficiency with standard geotechnical engineering software and geotechnical logging and analysis tools.
• Familiarity with South Florida subsurface conditions and construction practices strongly preferred.

Professional Attributes

• Strong ownership mentality, technical judgment, and problem-solving abilities.
• Dependable, organized, and responsive, with the ability to manage shifting priorities.
• Comfortable balancing office engineering responsibilities with site visits and field coordination.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors, technicians, and project team members.
• Ability to lead and direct technicians while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to satisfy specific background check requirements.
• Minimum Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
• Strong technical writing, project coordination, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments with limited supervision.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Career Level: Professional
• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.

Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!