Geotechnical Engineer - Annapolis Junction, MD

Hillis-Carnes

$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering, M.S. preferred.
  • 5-10 years of related experience required.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD.
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and navigate rugged terrain.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare field reports and geotechnical engineering reports.
  • Perform site-specific geotechnical analyses to support project designs.
  • Evaluate and interpret laboratory and field data for reports.
  • Review test results and prepare technical documentation.
  • Engage with clients and support business development efforts.
  • Assist in field instrumentation and monitoring activities.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and requirements.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance with Health Savings Account option.
  • Dental, life, and disability insurance plans.
  • 401k plan with company matching contributions.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program.
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
Full Job Description
Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates (HCEA) is currently seeking a geotechnical engineer, P.E. preferred, to join our team in Annapolis Junction, Maryland and participate on a wide variety of geotechnical projects. Projects are primarily located within Maryland, Virginia, and DC. Candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with personnel at other HCEA offices throughout the company.

General Responsibilities:
  • Prepare field reports, internal correspondence, and geotechnical engineering reports.
  • Perform geotechnical analyses based on site conditions and requirements to support project designs.
  • Evaluate laboratory and field data for inclusion in reports.
  • Review and interpret data and test results.
  • Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, plans, technical specifications, and reports, including day to day correspondence.
  • Develop and maintain clients and actively participate in professional and related industry organizations.
  • Support field instrumentation and monitoring activities.
  • Support the office's Geotechnical Group and other departments as required.
  • Follow company safety standards, site safety standards, and provide all required permitting.
  • Contact vendors; research literature and regulatory requirements; prepare designs.

Candidate Qualifications:
  • B.S. Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, M.S. preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 to10 years of related experience.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
  • Enthusiastic, self-starter with desire to provide excellent service to clients.
  • Strong communication skills (oral and written).
  • Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook, AutoCAD).
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Willing to travel and work out of town for short periods of time.
  • Physical requirements may require lifting to 50 pounds and traverse over rugged terrain.
  • Ability to successfully meet all pre-employment requirements.

HCEA offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical (Health Savings Account available), dental, life, long and short-term disability plans, 401k plan with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, paid time off, paid holidays and much more.

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