Geotechnical Project Engineer

Geotechnical Project Engineer

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.

Atlas is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Project Engineer with a minimum of 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.

What you can expect from us

• 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.