Geotechnical Project Engineer – Leadership & Field Focus

GeoWorld; Columbia (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and-dis

401k/Roth match

Paid vacation/holiday/sick time

Parental leave

ESOP

Job summary

Barry Isett & Associates (Isett) seeks a licensed Geotechnical Engineer to manage projects and help grow our geotechnical team in the new Columbia office opening mid-to-late summer 2026.

You will work on diverse projects across commercial, industrial, residential and municipal markets, ensuring on-time, on-budget, high-quality client service. Strong communication and PA licensure are essential.

Qualifications

• BSCE required.
• MS in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
• PE or PG Registration (depending on prior experience).
• Minimum of seven years’ field experience in industry, environmental consulting, or a regulatory environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals, technical reports, specifications, and plans.
• Perform field inspections of geotechnical and foundation projects.
• Execute geotechnical project assignments including engineering analysis, report preparation, field exploration and laboratory services.
• Assist with designing foundations, retaining walls, and other geotechnical aspects of construction.
• Attend design meetings to provide clients with recommendations on project direction.
• Provide support during construction including overseeing the installation of deep foundations and soil stabilization.
• Ensure clients’ needs are anticipated and fulfilled.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Field inspections

Project management

Communication skills

Education

BSCE

MS in Geotechnical Engineering preferred

Job description

Barry Isett & Associates (Isett) seeks a licensed Geotechnical Engineer to manage projects and help grow our geotechnical team in the new Columbia office opening mid-to-late summer 2026.

You will work on diverse projects across commercial, industrial, residential and municipal markets, ensuring on-time, on-budget, high-quality client service. Strong communication and PA licensure are essential.