Professional Geotechnical Engineer

Barry Isett and Associates, Inc

$80K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE) required
  • Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
  • Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) registration desired based on experience
  • Minimum of seven years' field experience in industry, environmental consulting, or regulatory environments
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Valid driver's license and ability to obtain state clearances for school projects

Responsibilities

  • Prepare proposals, technical reports, specifications, and plans
  • Perform field inspections for geotechnical and foundation projects
  • Execute geotechnical project assignments including analysis and report preparation
  • Assist in designing foundations and retaining walls
  • Attend design meetings to advise clients on project direction
  • Support construction by overseeing installation of deep foundations and soil remediation efforts
  • Anticipate and fulfill clients' needs consistently

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a new office location opening in 2026
  • Involvement in a growing Geotechnical Engineering team
  • Engagement with diverse projects across multiple markets
  • Potential for professional development and mentoring from senior staff
  • Commitment to client satisfaction and service excellence
Full Job Description
COMING SOON This role will be based in our Columbia office, opening mid-to-late summer 2026, and offers a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting new chapter for our organization.

Our Geotechnical Engineering team is growing and searching for a licensed Geotechnical Engineer who will manage projects and play a key role assisting our Chief Geotechnical Engineer with the continued development of our staff and client base. This position will be based out of our new Columbia office, opening mid-to-late summer, 2026.

Our engineers work on small- and large-scale projects in a variety of markets (including commercial, industrial, residential, institutional, urban redevelopment and waterfront). As a project engineer, you will work with internal and external clients to provide seamless client service and ensure your services are delivered on time, within budget, and correctly.

Typical duties include, but may not be limited to:
  • Preparing proposals, technical reports, specifications, and plans.
  • Performing field inspections of geotechnical and foundation projects.
  • Executing geotechnical project assignments including, engineering analysis, report preparation, field exploration and laboratory services.
  • Assisting with designing foundations, retaining walls, and other geotechnical aspects of construction.
  • Attending design meetings to provide clients with recommendations on project direction.
  • Providing support during construction including overseeing the installation of deep foundations, soil remediation and/or stabilization, demolition, underpinning, sinkhole remediation, etc.
  • Ensuring clients' needs are anticipated and consistently fulfilled.


Requirements

  • BSCE required
  • MS in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
  • PE or PG Registration (depending on prior experience).
  • Minimum of seven years' field experience in industry, environmental consulting, or a regulatory environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
  • Dedication to client satisfaction
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
  • Current, valid driver's license
  • Ability to obtain PA Act 34, 114, and 151 Clearances, as required for PA school projects

Please, no third-party recruiters.

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