Geotechnical Engineer

Jobot; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Columbia, SC is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical investigations, soils analysis, and pavement design for major infrastructure and development projects. The role is well suited for mid-level to senior engineers who can work independently in the field and office and contribute to growing the local operation.

The ideal candidate will have a Civil or Geotechnical Engineering degree, practical geotechnical experience, and the ability to interpret boring logs, laboratory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Professional geotechnical experience in soils and subsurface investigations.
• Ability to interpret boring logs, laboratory data and field observations.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Work experience in field and office environments; manage multiple projects.
• PE strongly preferred or ability to obtain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical investigations, soils analysis, and pavement design for infrastructure projects.
• Work in the field and office, contributing to project execution.
• Support growth of the Columbia operation and client satisfaction.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Field investigations

Technical writing

Project management

Communication skills

Licensure readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering degree

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer

$100000 - $175000 per year | Columbia, SC | On-site | Permanent

Help build a growing Columbia engineering operation — leading geotechnical investigations, soils analysis, and pavement design for major infrastructure and development projects.

A bit about us:

We are seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support the continued growth of our client's Columbia, SC operation.

The ideal candidate has practical geotechnical experience involving soils, subsurface investigations, drilling, geotechnical analysis, and pavement design. Experience with DOT/SCDOT projects is highly valuable.

This role is well suited for a mid-level or senior engineer who can work independently in the field and office and contribute to the development of a growing local operation.

Why join us?

• Growth opportunity: Join a Columbia operation with significant room to expand.
• Hands-on geotechnical work: Stay connected to field investigations, soils, drilling, and project execution.
• Project variety: Work across geotechnical, pavement, development, and transportation projects.
• Local impact: Help establish and grow the company's presence in the Columbia market.
• Career growth: Opportunity to take on increasing technical and project responsibility.

Job Details

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field.
• Professional experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Experience with soils and subsurface investigations.
• Ability to interpret boring logs, laboratory data, and field observations.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work in both field and office environments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• PE strongly preferred or ability to obtain licensure.

Preferred Qualifications

• South Carolina PE.
• SCDOT experience is a plus
• Pavement design experience.
• Drilling and subsurface investigation experience.
• Construction materials testing experience.
• Experience with transportation or infrastructure projects.

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