Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Fort Collins, CO

Work Setting: Hybrid field and office-based engineering environment

Compensation: $65,000–$90,000 base salary

Bonus: Discretionary bonus opportunity

Benefits: Medical, life, and long-term disability insurance, paid vacation and sick time, 401(k), profit sharing, and additional voluntary benefits including dental, vision, HSA/FSA, accident, critical illness, and supplemental coverage

Position Summary

An established engineering consulting firm is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Engineer to support a variety of commercial, residential, and municipal projects throughout Northern Colorado.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career civil or geotechnical engineer who wants hands-on exposure to field investigations, engineering analysis, report preparation, and project delivery. The role combines office-based engineering work with field assignments involving subsurface investigations, soil evaluation, drilling programs, foundation studies, pavement design, and geologic hazards.

The ideal candidate is technically curious, comfortable working in the field, and interested in building a long-term career in geotechnical engineering under the guidance of experienced senior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations supporting commercial, residential, and municipal projects
• Assist with foundation evaluations, slope stability analysis, pavement design, earth retention, and related geotechnical studies
• Plan and support field and subsurface investigations, including drilling programs and boring logs
• Perform and review field and laboratory testing of soils and other geotechnical materials
• Analyze project data and develop engineering recommendations for review by senior engineers
• Prepare technical reports, project documentation, and client deliverables
• Use engineering and geotechnical software to support project analysis
• Participate in project meetings and coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and clients
• Support multiple projects simultaneously while meeting quality, schedule, and budget expectations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• EIT designation or ability to obtain EIT certification within 6 months
• 0–5 years of relevant engineering experience
• At least 6 months of experience in an engineering field technician or similar field-based role
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Understanding of construction means, methods, and field practices
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively as part of a team
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Backgrounds

• Geotechnical consulting
• Civil engineering consulting
• Construction materials testing
• Soil and foundation investigations
• Pavement design
• Slope stability or earth retention analysis
• Field inspection or engineering technician experience
• Exposure to commercial, residential, municipal, or infrastructure projects

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is an early-career engineer who enjoys a mix of fieldwork and technical analysis.

You should be comfortable spending time on active construction sites, logging borings, reviewing test results, analyzing soil conditions, and then translating that information into clear engineering recommendations and reports.

This is a strong fit for someone who wants broad geotechnical exposure, direct mentorship, and the opportunity to develop into a well-rounded consulting engineer.

Why This Opportunity

• Gain hands-on experience across a wide range of geotechnical projects
• Work directly with experienced engineers and technical leaders
• Build expertise in soil investigations, foundations, pavement design, and geotechnical analysis
• Mix of office-based engineering and fieldwork
• Strong opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Competitive compensation plus discretionary bonus opportunity
• 401(k) and profit-sharing benefits
• Exposure to commercial, residential, municipal, and infrastructure projects throughout Northern Colorado