Geotechnical Engineer

GTA's Laurel, Maryland office is looking for a Project Geotechnical Engineer with over 5 years of experience in Maryland and Washington, DC. Ideal candidates should be experienced in managing complex projects, writing proposals, conducting geotechnical explorations, preparing reports, drafting, and performing geotechnical analyses. Other responsibilities for this position are as follows:

• Subsurface investigations including test borings, cone penetration testing, and test pits, reviewing exploration logs, lab results, and plans.
• Analysis of bearing capacity, settlement, earth pressures, pavement section design, and slope stability.
• Analysis, recommendations and design of intermediate to deep foundations and ground improvement for structural support.
• Analysis and design of temporary and permanent earth retention systems.
• Forensic investigation and failure analysis.
• Preparation of geotechnical and stormwater infiltration reports.
• Preparation of temporary and permanent earth retention design plans and submittals.
• Business Development for more senior candidates

Candidates should be prepared for professional growth into such areas as retaining wall design, slope stability analysis, temporary/permanent excavation support design, review of subsurface conditions and foundation design, project management, training of junior staff, and business development at external events. Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in geotechnical engineering or civil engineering; PE preferred
• MS Degree in geotechnical engineering preferred
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• CADD experience.
• Experience with geotechnical design and analysis software

Benefits We believe in taking care of our team?professionally, personally, and everything in between. Here's what you can look forward to as part of our team:

• Competitive Salary?with generous?Paid Time Off?and?Paid Holidays?to support your work-life balance
• Annual Bonus Potential?? your hard work deserves to be rewarded
• Comprehensive Health Coverage?? including Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Peace of Mind?? with Company-paid?Life Insurance?and both?Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Invest in Your Future?? through our?401(k) with Company Match
• Education Assistance Program?? helping you continue to grow and learn
• Employee Assistance Program?? free access to short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and more
• Peak Health Wellness Plan?? personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support
• Stay Connected & Inspired?? with?free memberships to professional societies
• Professional Development?? Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training to help you reach your goals
• Referral Bonuses?? bring great people on board and get rewarded
• Recognition That Matters?? we celebrate achievements big and small with our?Employee Recognition Program
• Team Spirit & Fun?? enjoy company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment

We ensure nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and all revisions and addendums thereof. #LI-Onsite