Geotechnical Engineer I

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan with match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer I in the Atlanta, GA area. You will assist in preparing plans, specs and reports, and perform basic analyses under the guidance of senior engineers.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree with 2-3 years geotechnical experience and EIT (or ability to obtain within 12 months). Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D and MS Office is expected, along with strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 2-3 years of relevant geotechnical experience or related field.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Internship or co-op in civil engineering preferred.
• Exposure to MicroStation, HEC-RAS, or stormwater modeling tools preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

2-3 years geotechnical experience

EIT certification (within 12 months)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

HEC-RAS

Job description

Job Title: Geotechnical Engineer I

• 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.

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