Geotechnical Engineer

PND Engineers, Inc.; Anchorage, Northern (AK, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Overtime pay

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

PND Engineers, Inc. in Anchorage seeks a recent civil engineering graduate to join our geotechnical group supporting Alaska projects.

You will work on diverse tasks, using current technology and laboratory equipment to contribute to analyses and design. Responsibilities include preparing geological analyses, foundation and slope stability design, and drafting contract documents for marine and arctic structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with geotechnical focus.
• FE exam completed or in progress.
• Interest in cold-regions foundation design and permafrost engineering.
• Strong English writing and communication skills.
• Ability to travel for field work in remote Alaska.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare geological analyses and foundation design.
• Assist in planning on-shore and off-shore geotechnical investigations.
• Translate field results into detailed technical reports.
• Collaborate with geotechnical team on projects across Alaska.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Technical writing

Fieldwork readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

FE exam completed or in progress

Job description

Are you a recent or upcoming bachelor's-level civil engineering grad with a passion for geotechnical work? Join our growing geotechnical group supporting civil engineering projects throughout Alaska.

What You Will Do:

• You’ll work on a wide variety of projects, using the latest technology, software, and state-of-the-practice laboratory equipment.
• You will learn to prepare geological analyses, foundation design, slope stability analysis, permafrost design, thermal analysis, seismic design, and contract documents for marine structures, arctic structures, retaining walls, soil improvement, roads, bridges and general site civil development—all with an emphasis on foundation systems.
• You will assist in planning on-shore and off-shore geotechnical investigations in settings ranging from urban to remote, and implementing them independently or in a team setting in frozen and thawed ground.
• The fieldwork and results will be translated by you and our geotechnical team into real-world analyses and problem-solving through the preparation of detailed technical reports crucial to our clients' decision making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus.
• Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) exam
• Interest in cold-regions foundation design and permafrost/arctic engineering
• Strong English writing and communication skills
• Ability to produce well-organized, clear, complete, and concise technical reports. Candidates will be expected to submit original writing samples for review.
• Ability to travel for field work in remote areas, sometimes in adverse conditions but always with breathtaking scenery, throughout Alaska. Travel in other parts of the U.S. and Canada is possible.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and good driving record

Benefits, Perks, and Office Culture:

PND offers one of the strongest employee benefit packages in the industry, including:

• Comprehensive medical plans
• Employer-paid dental, vision, and life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 18-22 days of paid time off and 9 paid holidays annually
• All overtime paid at 1.5x the regular hourly rate
• Discretionary bonuses
• Exceptional, employer-funded 401(k) profit-sharing retirement plan—no match required

Our Anchorage office also values a collegial, connected workplace culture, including biweekly office donuts and bagels and monthly catered all-office meetings, and opportunities to participate in community activities.

Why Anchorage?

Anchorage is Alaska’s hub: big enough for modern amenities, yet minutes from mountains, coastline, and wilderness. Whether you’re drawn to skiing, fishing, hiking, or simply a quieter pace of life, Anchorage offers a rare blend of career and lifestyle.

Selection process: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interviews and final selection are expected to extend into January 2027.

PND Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.