Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical EngineerCochran is a growing civil engineering firm with 7 Missouri offices, offering services in construction administration, materials testing, architectural and geotechnical engineering, and land surveying. Serving both public and private sectors, Cochran's expertise spans municipal, commercial, residential, transportation, water/wastewater, site development, retail, planning, and interior design. With 120+ professionals, the firm delivers tailored solutions backed by deep expertise and is guided by core values of teamwork, excellence, quality, and trust—ensuring principal involvement and outstanding service throughout every project.Cochran is looking to hire an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. This candidate could work out of our Wentzville, Union, Kansas City, Ozark, or Fenton, Missouri office.A successful candidate will be highly motivated and experienced in various aspects of geotechnical engineering, including the planning and implementation of subsurface field investigations, laboratory testing to determine engineering characteristics of soil and rock, familiarity with geotechnical design methods, and the preparation of geotechnical reports.Central to the position is the ability to evaluate existing soil conditions and provide recommendations and design characteristics for foundations, subgrade remediation methods, slope and global stability analyses, retaining wall systems, and other geotechnical aspects of a project. Experience with construction testing and working with onsite construction personnel to resolve soils- and materials-related concerns on active construction projects is highly preferred.Position Responsibilities:Development of geotechnical subsurface exploration proposals and reportsReview and application of laboratory testing and analysesDesign and analysis of retaining walls, reinforced slopes, soil parameters for adequate foundation supportDevelopment of construction recommendations and best practicesConduct periodic construction site visitsReview of daily observation reports from materials testing field personnelMin. Experience: EIT with 4+ years' experience, licensed PE preferredDesire Education/Certificate: BS – Civil Engineering, Geological EngineeringExcellent benefits:Company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability InsuranceGenerous PTO and 7 Holidays401k with 4% Company MatchCompetitive salary, commensurate with experience