CMT Materials Engineer 2

Oneatlas; Boise, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

Safety PPE provided

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atlas is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer to perform investigative civil and geotechnical duties on municipal and development projects. You will provide technical support to geologists, engineers and inspectors, oversee testing, and contribute to forensic analyses and repair scopes.

You’ll lead field investigations, peer reviews, and proposals while mentoring junior staff. Strong communication and licensure are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license or reciprocity in the state of employment.
• Strong communication skills with client and team stakeholders.
• Ability to apply engineering judgment to geotechnical and foundation challenges.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations, including subgrade inspections and geotechnical site evaluations.
• Perform peer reviews of engineering designs and technical documentation.
• Develop proposals and recommendations in collaboration with owners, architects, and consulting engineers.
• Evaluate inspection procedures to ensure compliance with plans and standards.
• Prepare technical reports including geotechnical and groundwater analyses with recommendations.
• Analyze complex engineering challenges and resolve compliance issues.
• Coordinate with clients to support scheduling, planning and execution.
• Contribute to business development through client engagement and project pursuit.

Skills

Communication skills

Geotechnical engineering principles

Engineering judgment

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline

Job description

At the heart of everything we do is our people. People who are masters of their fields. People who strive to deliver quality and excellence. People who make a difference in their communities.

Our employees believe in our purpose and know that our work ultimately makes the world a better place. When you bring your talents to Atlas, you become part of a national team of over 3,500 experienced engineers, environmental scientists, inspectors, and other professionals working to improve the infrastructure assets and natural environment in the communities where we live and work.

At Atlas, we’re committed to fostering a company culture that is welcoming for every employee.

Our People

Pushing the limits of what’s possible, we’re a place for intellectual curiosity.

Our employees believe in our purpose and know that our work ultimately makes the world a better place. When you bring your talents to Atlas, you become part of a national team of over 3,500 experienced engineers, environmental scientists, inspectors, and other professionals working to improve the infrastructure assets and natural environment in the communities where we live and work.

Your future at Atlas awaits – join us today!

Are you ready to work for one of the fastest growing infrastructure and environmental solutions companies in the country? Will you accept the challenge to innovate and solve complex and sophisticated problems? Do you want to grow as a professional, and transform and better the communities where you live and work?

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.

Job Description

As a licensed Professional Engineer, performs various investigative engineering duties on municipal and private development, public works, site development and infrastructure projects. Provides technical and professional structural and civil engineering support services to other staff including geologists, engineers and construction inspectors relative to interpretation of plans and specifications, and as-built plans to ensure compliance with original plans and specifications. Provides professional oversight for testing and inspection of soil, foundations and ground water treatment and control. Provides forensic civil engineering services related to structural design/analysis of building materials, including damage investigations and failure analysis to determine cause, extent, corrective actions and repair scopes. Mentors Staff Engineers and E.I.T.’s. May participate in sales and marketing activities.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations, including subgrade inspections, geotechnical site evaluations, and earthwork oversight.
• Perform peer reviews of engineering designs, reports, and technical documentation prepared by other professionals.
• Develop proposals and engineering recommendations while collaborating with owners, architects, and consulting engineers.
• Evaluate inspection and testing procedures to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Prepare and present technical reports, including geotechnical, soils, and groundwater analyses, along with professional recommendations.
• Analyze complex engineering challenges, recommend solutions, and resolve compliance-related issues.
• Conduct forensic investigations of foundations, pavements, and structural failures to determine causes and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with clients to support project scheduling, planning, and execution.
• Contribute to business development efforts through client engagement and project pursuit activities.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering principles, including soil mechanics and site characterization.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain reciprocity in the state of employment.
• Commitment to professional growth and maintaining required continuing education for licensure.
• Ability to apply engineering judgment to complex geotechnical, earthwork, and foundation-related challenges.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical recommendations to clients, project teams, and stakeholders.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

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.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.