Geotechnical Engineering Associate II

GeoStabilization International®; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options

Mental health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible paid time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading geohazard mitigation firm located in Westminster, CO is seeking an Associate Engineer II to contribute to all phases of geohazard mitigation projects. The role involves developing and analyzing solutions for slope stability and ground improvement issues across North America. Candidates should hold a B.S. in Civil Engineering, have at least 2 years of relevant experience, and possess proficiency in AutoCAD. This position offers flexible working days and a competitive salary range from $60,000 to $75,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant geotechnical or structural engineering experience.
• Minimum EIT required.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze geotechnical and structural solutions.
• Conduct site reconnaissance in steep terrain.
• Communicate directly with clients to earn trust.

Skills

Proficiency with Word

Proficiency with Excel

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Familiarity with slope stability software

Ability to work in physically demanding environments

Comfortable working from field locations

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

M.S. in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Why GeoStabilization International? GeoStabilization International (GSI) is the market leader in geohazard mitigation, protecting people and critical infrastructure from landslides, rockfall, and ground instability. We operate where failure is not an option – emergency slope failures, constrained right‑of‑way construction, and technically complex geotechnical challenges.

Overview

This is not a commodity engineering environment. We design and build bespoke solutions under real‑world constraints, often in extreme terrain, accelerated schedules, and high‑risk conditions. Outcomes matter here. We are deliberately building a bench of engineers who can scale – technically, operationally, and eventually as Project Managers, Technical Directors, and Regional Leaders.

The Role

As an Associate Engineer II, you will be a core contributor across the full lifecycle of geohazard mitigation projects – from concept through construction close‑out. You will partner with senior engineers, project managers, and technical sales leaders to design economical, constructible, and defensible solutions for some of the most challenging slope stability and ground improvement problems in North America. This role is designed for engineers who want field credibility, client exposure, and increasing technical ownership, not just desk‑based analysis.

Benefits

• Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
• Mental health benefits
• 401(k) plan to help save for your future including company match
• In addition to 7 observed holidays, salaried team members have flexible paid time off
• Paid parental leave

Responsibilities

• Engineering & Design Execution – Develop and analyze geotechnical and structural solutions for slope stability, rockfall mitigation, ground improvement, difficult‑access shoring, and foundations. Perform engineering analyses including slope stability modeling, rockfall simulation, mechanical stabilization design, and foundation analysis. Prepare clear, defensible calculation packages suitable for peer review, permitting, and construction.
• Field Integration & Constructability – Conduct site reconnaissance in steep, rugged terrain, including rope access and rappelling when required. Provide field engineering support, construction observation, QA/QC testing, quantity tracking, and as‑built documentation. Translate design intent into practical execution – adjusting in real time as field conditions evolve.
• Project Development & Client Engagement – Critically review plans and specifications; develop take‑offs, estimates, and constructability input. Support proposals and bids in coordination with Project Management and Business Development teams. Communicate directly with clients, earning trust through technical clarity and responsiveness.
• Cross‑Functional Leadership – Partner across engineering, project management, operations, and sales to drive continuous improvement. Support internal research and development initiatives that advance GSI’s technical edge. Represent GSI at industry events, conferences, and technical presentations.

Qualifications

• Required – B.S. in Civil Engineering
• Required – 2+ years of relevant geotechnical or structural engineering experience
• Required – Minimum EIT required
• Required – Proficiency with Word, Excel, and AutoCAD
• Required – Familiarity with slope stability and limit equilibrium software
• Required – Ability to work in physically demanding environments and all weather conditions
• Required – Willingness to travel up to ~30%
• Required – Comfortable working from field locations, truck‑based setups, or home office as needed

• Preferred – M.S. in Civil Engineering
• Preferred – PE licensure preferred
• Preferred – Rocscience software experience preferred (Geostudio or other limit equilibrium software familiarity likely translatable)

GeoStabilization International, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This role will be in‑office on a hybrid schedule. Employees will be expected to work in the Westminster, CO office 3 days per week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

The expected annual base salary range for this position in the Denver, CO area is $60,000 - $75,000. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or benefits.