Geotechnical Engineer/Construction Materials Engineer

Atlas; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer / Construction Materials Engineer to lead complex geotechnical projects with a focus on technical excellence and client impact. You will guide project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and provide senior review of analyses and reports.

Join a values-driven environment that emphasizes safety, collaboration, and career growth. Travel may be required to support client needs and project sites.

Qualifications

• B.S in Civil Engineering required.
• PE license required.
• 5+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience.
• Strong leadership and client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large-scale geotechnical projects and guide technical direction.
• Lead budgets, schedules, and resource management to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Provide senior technical review of reports, specifications, and analyses.
• Support business development and growth of the geotechnical team.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

B.S in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Job Description

At Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you’re a Geotechnical Engineer / Construction Materials Engineer ready to serve as a technical leader, overseeing complex and high-profile geotechnical projects while driving innovative engineering solutions, then this is your moment. Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Play a critical role in securing and managing large-scale projects, supporting strategic business development efforts, and guiding the continued growth and technical advancement of the geotechnical team.
• Serve as the technical expert on geotechnical engineering projects of significant complexity and scope.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources, ensuring delivery of high-quality work products.
• Provide senior-level review and approval of geotechnical reports, specifications, and engineering analyses.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• B.S in Civil Engineering 5+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex public and private projects.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to travel for client and projects needs.
• Ability to work in the outdoor environment.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

Health & Wellness

We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support

We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave.

Retirement

We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance

To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program

We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development

We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging

We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility

May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our values

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life

We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart

As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust

We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery

Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.

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