Geostructural Project Engineer

6AM City, LLC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

6AM City, LLC in Kentucky is seeking a Geostructural Project Engineer at an early–mid career stage to design and support earth retention and foundation projects, blending office work with hands‑on field exposure.

You will perform calculations, develop CAD drawings in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, review specs, coordinate with teams, and travel up to 50% to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Engineer-in-Training certification or pursuit of EIT.
• 2–8 years in civil/geotechnical/geostructural engineering or related work.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD; Civil 3D experience preferred.
• Ability to read construction drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to perform field work and travel up to 50%.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with geotechnical and structural design for earth retention and foundations.
• Prepare basic calculations, quantity take-offs, sketches, figures, and memos.
• Support development of project plans, details, and construction drawings in AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Assist with permit submittals and construction documents.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and sales teams on requirements.
• Observe field activities and document site conditions and testing summaries.
• Prepare field reports and resolve field questions during construction.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Geotechnical engineering

Geostructural design

Engineering calculations

Field observation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Slide2

RS2

LPile

GROUP

DeepFND

Settle3

PLAXIS

gINT

OpenGround

GIS

Revit

MicroStation

Job description

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated Geostructural Project Engineer to join our growing team. This position is intended for an early-to-mid career candidate interested in both developing technical designs and providing support through construction. The role will support geostructural design and design-build projects through engineering calculations, CAD production, field observation, construction support, and report preparation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants a combination of office-based design, geotechnical and structural analysis, construction support, and hands‑on field exposure.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers and project managers with geotechnical and structural design tasks for earth retention and foundation projects, including supporting designs such as slopes, drainage, utilities, grading, and erosion control.
• Prepare basic engineering calculations, quantity take-offs, sketches, figures, and supporting documentation for design memoranda, reports, proposals, and construction documents.
• Support development of project plans, details, and construction drawings using AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.
• Assist with preparation of permit submittals, construction document packages, and technical exhibits.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and sales teams to interpret project requirements, design assumptions, codes, standards, and client specifications.
• Observe geostructural‑related construction activities and document site conditions, contractor activities, and general conformance with project documents. This includes performing load testing on various structural elements
• Prepare clear, accurate, and timely field reports, observation logs, and testing summaries.
• Support engineers during construction by responding to field questions, reviewing drawings, preparing sketches, and documenting changed conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Engineer-in-Training certification or intent to pursue EIT certification.
• 2–8 years of experience in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, geostructural engineering, construction materials testing, construction observation, drafting, or related work.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD; Civil 3D experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, boring logs, laboratory data, and technical documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to perform field work and travel to project sites as needed, including occasional overnight travel. Field assignments may require field time, including overnight travel, up to 50% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer licensure.
• Prior professional experience in civil, geotechnical, construction, or materials testing work.
• Experience with geotechnical software such as Slide2, RS2, LPile, GROUP, DeepFND, Settle3, PLAXIS, gINT, OpenGround, or similar programs.
• Experience with GIS, GPS, MicroStation, Revit, or other design and mapping software.
• Familiarity with FHWA, ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, or local agency specifications.
• ACI, NICET, OSHA 10/30-hour, or other construction-related certifications.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on active construction sites.
• Ability to lift and carry testing equipment, samples, and materials as needed.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain, access construction areas, and comply with site‑specific safety requirements.

Key Competencies

• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented approach to calculations, drawings, doc