Geotechnical Engineer (PE)

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plans

Employer-paid dental, vision, and life

Disability insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) profit-sharing retirement plan

Office culture with team activities

Job summary

PND Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer (PE) to support civil projects across Alaska. You will prepare analyses, foundation design, slope stability, permafrost and seismic design, and contract documents for marine and arctic structures.

You will plan onshore/offshore investigations in urban to remote settings, and translate fieldwork into detailed technical reports with the team. Travel to remote Alaska areas is possible.

Qualifications

• Master of science in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus.
• Three or more years of relevant geotechnical consulting experience preferred; however, those with less experience are welcome to apply.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain Alaska PE within six months.
• Experience in cold-regions foundation design and permafrost/arctic engineering highly desired.
• Strong English writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to produce well‑organized, clear, complete, and concise technical reports; original writing samples may be requested.
• Ability to travel for field work in Alaska; travel to other U.S. and Canada possible.

Responsibilities

• Prepare geological analyses, foundation design, slope stability analysis, permafrost design, thermal analysis, seismic design, and contract documents for marine/arctic structures.
• Plan on‑shore and off‑shore geotechnical investigations in urban to remote settings, and work independently or in teams in frozen/thawed ground.
• Translate fieldwork results into real‑world analyses and problem‑solving through detailed technical reports for clients.
• Collaborate with geotechnical team to support decision making on project design and implementation.
• Contribute to written technical reports and client deliverables.

Education

Master of science in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer (PE)

PND Engineers, Inc.

Are you a licensed or soon to be licensed Professional Engineer with a passion for geotechnical engineering? Join our growing geotechnical group supporting civil engineering projects throughout Alaska.

What You Will Do:

You’ll work on a wide variety of projects, using the latest technology, software, and state-of-the-practice laboratory equipment.

You will prepare geological analyses, foundation design, slope stability analysis, permafrost design, thermal analysis, seismic design, and contract documents for marine structures, arctic structures, retaining walls, soil improvement, roads, bridges and general site civil development—all with an emphasis on foundation systems.

You will assist in planning on‑shore and off‑shore geotechnical investigations in settings ranging from urban to remote, and implementing them independently or in a team setting in frozen and thawed ground.

The fieldwork and results will be translated by you and our geotechnical team into real‑world analyses and problem‑solving through the preparation of detailed technical reports crucial to our clients' decision making.

Qualifications:

• Master of science degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus.
• Three plus years of relevant geotechnical consulting experience desired; however, those with less experience are welcome to apply.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain Alaska PE within six months.
• Experience in cold‑regions foundation design and permafrost/arctic engineering highly desired
• Strong English writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to produce well‑organized, clear, complete, and concise technical reports. Candidates will be expected to submit original writing samples for review.
• Ability to occasionally travel for field work in remote areas throughout Alaska. Travel in other parts of the U.S. and Canada is possible.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and good driving record.
• Permanent U.S. work authorization required without need for employer sponsorship.

Benefits, Perks, and Office Culture:

PND offers one of the strongest employee benefit packages in the industry, including:

• Comprehensive medical plans
• Employer‑paid dental, vision, and life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 18‑22 days of paid time off and 9 paid holidays annually
• All overtime paid at 1.5x the regular hourly rate
• Discretionary bonuses
• Exceptional, employer‑funded 401(k) profit‑sharing retirement plan—no match required
• Our Anchorage office also values a collegial, connected workplace culture, including biweekly office donuts and bagels and monthly catered all‑office meetings, and opportunities to participate in community activities.

Why Anchorage?

Anchorage is Alaska’s hub: big enough for modern amenities, yet minutes from mountains, coastline, and wilderness. Whether you’re drawn to skiing, fishing, hiking, or simply a quieter pace of life, Anchorage offers a rare blend of career and lifestyle.

Anchorage, AK