Geotechnical Engineer: Field Work & Design Impact

Accura Engineering; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company 


Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and career 


Supportive and collaborative work 


Job summary

Accura Engineering in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Civil Engineering Associate to assist in preparing plans, specs, and reports. You will perform basic calculations under supervision and support design using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, with site visits and data collection as needed.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and an EIT or willingness to obtain within 12 months, plus 2–3 years of relevant geotechnical experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 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 MicroStation, HEC-RAS, or stormwater modeling tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, and reports.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and analyses under 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.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

MicroStation

HEC-RAS

Job description

Accura Engineering in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Civil Engineering Associate to assist in preparing plans, specs, and reports. You will perform basic calculations under supervision and support design using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, with site visits and data collection as needed.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and an EIT or willingness to obtain within 12 months, plus 2–3 years of relevant geotechnical experience.