Geotechnical Engineer II

Accura Engineering; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, vision

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering in Knoxville, TN is seeking a civil engineer with geotechnical experience to assist in preparing plans, specs, and reports. You will perform basic calculations under senior engineers and support design using AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Site visits and data collection are required.

The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering, 3–5 years of GDOT project experience, and a Georgia PE license. Strong communication, teamwork, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 3–5 years of experience on GDOT projects.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn 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 preparing engineering plans, specs, and reports.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and analyses with supervision.
• Support design and drafting using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Conduct site visits, field inspections, and data collection.
• Assist with permitting, regulatory compliance, and client/agency coordination.
• Participate in internal project meetings and collaborate across disciplines.
• Support project managers in budgeting and scheduling tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

HEC-RAS

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 3-5 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering or a related field
• Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working on Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) projects
• 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.

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