Geotechnical Engineer

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc; Knoxville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and eye/

Retirement savings plan with company 4

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and career

A supportive and collaborative work环境

Job summary

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc. seeks a Civil Engineering Assistant to prepare plans, perform basic calculations, and support field data collection in Knoxville.

The role emphasizes AutoCAD/Civil 3D drafting, coordination with teams, and compliance tasks; EIT or progress toward licensure is encouraged, with benefits and professional development provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 2-3 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• 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 in a fast-paced team environment.
• Internship or co-op experience preferred.
• Exposure to MicroStation, HEC-RAS, or stormwater modeling tools preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Strong written/verbal skills

EIT readiness

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

2-3 years geotechnical experience

Internship/co-op experience preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

HEC-RAS

Stormwater modeling tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

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.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering or a 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
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify