Geotechnical Project Engineer: Field, Lab & Design Impact

KILO ENGINEERING LLC; Marine on St. Croix (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Training & development

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

KILO ENGINEERING LLC is seeking a driven Geotechnical Project Engineer to join our Marine on Saint Croix, MN team. You will contribute to field explorations, laboratory testing, and engineering analyses across multiple projects.

We value technical excellence, clear client communication, and hands-on mentorship of junior staff. The role offers a path for advancement within a growing company that serves the Minneapolis metro area and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Civil or Geotechnical engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of geotechnical engineering experience required.
• EIT certification required; PE preferred or obtainable within six months.
• Familiarity with soil mechanics, foundation design and subsurface investigations.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication; self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Complete safety and skill training for new hires.
• Conduct field explorations, lab testing, and engineering analyses.
• Perform office tasks with supervision at various levels.
• Supervise project setup, field work, and client communications.
• Analyze geotechnical data for hazard evaluation and design values.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and present findings to clients.
• Mentor staff and provide training to technicians and new hires.
• Support senior engineers on complex projects.

Skills

Geotechnical software

Microsoft Office

EIT

Driver's license

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical software

Microsoft Office

Job description

KILO ENGINEERING LLC is seeking a driven Geotechnical Project Engineer to join our Marine on Saint Croix, MN team. You will contribute to field explorations, laboratory testing, and engineering analyses across multiple projects.

We value technical excellence, clear client communication, and hands-on mentorship of junior staff. The role offers a path for advancement within a growing company that serves the Minneapolis metro area and beyond.