Geotechnical Engineer

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to assist in engineering plans, site visits, and data collection in Atlanta, GA. The role emphasizes collaboration with senior staff and cross-disciplinary teams.

Applicants should have a Civil Engineering degree, 2–3 years geotechnical experience, EIT, and familiarity with AutoCAD/Civil 3D; MicroStation and HEC-RAS are a plus. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• 2–3 years of geotechnical engineering experience preferred.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exposure to MicroStation, HEC-RAS, or stormwater modeling tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing 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 as needed.
• Assist with permitting, regulatory compliance, and client coordination.
• Participate in internal project meetings and collaborate with other disciplines.
• Support project managers in delivery, budgeting, and scheduling tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

HEC-RAS

Stormwater modeling tools

Job description

Job Title: Geotechnical Engineer

Work Location: Atlanta, GA ***

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

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.

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