Geotechnical Engineer

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and careerAdv

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to assist in plans, calculations, and field data collection. You will support AutoCAD/Civil 3D design efforts and coordinate permitting with agencies.

The position emphasizes collaboration, learning, and professional development in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 1-5 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• EIT certification within 12 months.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MS Office.
• Internship or co-op in civil engineering preferred.
• Exposure to MicroStation, HEC-RAS, or stormwater tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing engineering plans, specifications and reports.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and analyses under senior engineers.
• Support design and drafting using AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.
• Conduct site visits, field inspections, and data collection as needed.
• Assist with permitting, regulatory compliance, and coordination with clients and agencies.
• Participate in internal project meetings and collaborate with other disciplines.
• Support project managers in project delivery, including budgeting and scheduling tasks.

Skills

Written communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

Internship/co-op in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

HEC-RAS

Stormwater modeling tools

Job description

Job Title: Geotechnical Engineer

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

• Work Location: Atlanta, GA ***

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, and reports.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and analyses under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Support design and drafting efforts using AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.
• Conduct site visits, field inspections, and data collection as needed.
• Assist with permitting, regulatory compliance, and coordination with clients and agencies.
• Participate in internal project meetings and collaborate with other disciplines.
• Support project managers in project delivery, including budgeting and scheduling tasks.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 1-5 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering or related field
• EIT certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Internship or co-op experience in civil engineering preferred.
• Exposure to relevant software such as MicroStation, HEC-RAS, or stormwater modeling tools preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

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