Engineer II - Geotech

RK&K; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Virginia team, supporting transportation and environmental projects across highways, bridges, slopes, and utilities. You will supervise field investigations, perform design calculations, and prepare reports to support pavement and geotechnical design.

Ideal candidates have a Civil Engineering degree and 2+ years of geotechnical design experience (VDOT preferred), familiarity with gINT, LPile, SLIDE, and AASHTOWare Pavement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• 2+ years geotechnical design experience, VDOT experience preferred.
• Knowledge of VDOT Geotechnical and Pavement MOIs and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• Experience with geotechnical/pavement design software and field operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with geotechnical/pavement design and engineering in Virginia projects.
• Assist with client relations to secure future workload.
• Foster innovative design concepts to enhance project efficiency.
• Serve as the Geotechnical Engineer on various projects.
• Develop and oversee subsurface exploration programs.
• Prepare design calculations and geotechnical reports.
• Aid in producing construction documents, specs, and cost estimates.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Field investigations

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

MS or advanced degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

EIT certification (preferred)

Tools

gINT

LPile

APile

MSEW

Slide

Settle 3

Slope/w

AASHTOWare Pavement ME

GRLWEAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking to add a Geotechnical Engineer to our Virginia team. Join us in supporting diverse transportation, transit, and environmental projects such as highway and rail bridges, buildings, retaining walls, slopes, pavements, ground treatment of soft soils and subgrades, and utilities. Ideal candidates possess VDOT and Virginia municipal experience, proactive problem‑solving skills, a solid grasp of geotechnical principles, and hands‑on expertise in geotechnical/pavement design and field operations. You'll collaborate across disciplines, helping to prepare plans and reports for various geotechnical and pavement projects, supervising field investigations, performing design computations, and writing reports and offering recommendations. This role offers the opportunity to partner with an industry leader, fostering unparalleled growth and career advancement.

Essential Functions

• Assist our geotechnical/pavement design and engineering group throughout Virginia with development and delivery of geotechnical assignments
• Assist with client relations to secure future clients and workload
• Foster innovative design concepts related to Geotechnical Engineering to enhance project efficiency
• Serve as the Geotechnical Engineer on a variety of geotechnical related projects
• Develop and oversee subsurface exploration programs
• Prepare design calculations and geotechnical engineering reports
• Aid in producing construction documents, specifications, and construction cost estimates

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• 2+ years of Geotechnical Design Experience (VDOT experience preferred)
• Knowledge of VDOT Geotechnical and Pavement MOI's and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specification
• Understanding of the following software: Microsoft Office, gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, Slide, Settle 3, Slope/w, AASHTOWare Pavement ME, GRLWEAP
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 5 years of Geotechnical Design Experience (VDOT experience preferred)
• MS or advanced degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering preferred
• EIT certification is preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under ADA) expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career development
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full‑service engineering, construction management and environmental firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities where we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award‑winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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