Geotechnical Project Engineer — Hybrid, Growth Path

Willmer Engineering, Inc.; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support for PE licensure

Professional development

Cross-training opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Willmer Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Project Engineer in Atlanta, GA. The role offers a full-time, hybrid, salaried position with strong growth potential and opportunities to advance technical expertise within a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates have Civil Engineering fundamentals, geotechnical focus, and 4–8 years of geotechnical experience. The firm supports licensure, certifications, and cross-discipline training to develop professionals for long-term success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Geotechnical focus preferred.
• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
• PE license or ability to obtain preferred.
• 4–8 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience preferred.
• Experience with geotechnical investigations, analysis, and reporting.
• DOT project experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Support geotechnical projects from planning through completion.
• Assist with project scope development, scheduling, and budget tracking.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and develop practical engineering recommendations.
• Prepare reports, calculations, and project documentation.
• Coordinate field investigations, observations, and testing activities.
• Communicate with clients, project teams, and internal staff.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control efforts.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project delivery.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Geotechnical focus preferred

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred

PE license or ability to obtain

Tools

Geotechnical software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Willmer Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Project Engineer in Atlanta, GA. The role offers a full-time, hybrid, salaried position with strong growth potential and opportunities to advance technical expertise within a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates have Civil Engineering fundamentals, geotechnical focus, and 4–8 years of geotechnical experience. The firm supports licensure, certifications, and cross-discipline training to develop professionals for long-term success.