Civil Engineering
Geotechnical Engineer
Aurora, CO
$92,000 to $117,000 a year
The employer is a structural engineering practice working on commercial, healthcare and higher-education buildings.
Our Aurora office is growing, and we need a Geotechnical Engineer who can work independently from day one. You will work closely with a collaborative civil engineering group and report to the civil engineering manager. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is hybrid, with three days a week in our Aurora office.
What you’ll do
- Coordinate drilling subcontractors and field staff
- Observe earthwork and foundation construction in the field
- Write geotechnical reports with design recommendations
- Analyze foundations, retaining walls and slope stability
- Plan and oversee subsurface explorations and laboratory testing
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
- 3+ years of relevant professional experience
- Experience writing geotechnical reports
- Strong soil mechanics fundamentals
- Willingness to work in the field
Nice to have
- PE license
- Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering
Compensation and benefits
The pay range for this position in Aurora, CO is $92,000 – $117,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.
- Annual performance bonus
- Health savings account with employer contribution
- Medical, dental and vision insurance starting on day one
- Paid time off plus paid company holidays
- Wellness stipend
- Paid parental leave
The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
