Geotechnical Project Engineer (PE)

Orionplacement; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer to lead geotechnical projects from investigations through final recommendations. The role combines office work with on-site field involvement, requiring strong client communication and project leadership in Bartlett, IL.

You will mentor junior staff, coordinate field activities, and deliver clear, actionable geotechnical solutions to clients and project stakeholders. PE licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Requires PE license and ability to communicate technical recommendations clearly.
• Experience preparing geotechnical reports and presenting solutions to clients.
• Strong client-facing communication and relationship management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with sound technical judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical engineering projects from investigations to recommendations.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports with practical solutions.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, proposals, and deliverables.
• Coordinate field investigations, drilling operations, soil classification, and testing.
• Review field reports, evaluate subsurface conditions, and resolve technical challenges.
• Serve as a trusted technical contact for clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings and convey engineering findings effectively.
• Mentor junior engineers and field technicians.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver timely results.

Skills

Client communication

Report writing

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Pay: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take ownership of exciting geotechnical engineering projects from initial site investigations through final recommendations and project delivery.
• Join a growing, energetic engineering team where your expertise, ideas, and leadership make a real impact.
• Enjoy a dynamic mix of office-based engineering, fieldwork, project management, and direct client interaction.
• Build lasting relationships with engineers, architects, contractors, and developers while helping shape successful construction projects.
• Expand your leadership skills by mentoring field staff, coordinating investigations, and managing meaningful technical challenges.
• Grow professionally in a collaborative environment that values initiative, technical excellence, and career development.

Location: Bartlett, IL. This is an on-site opportunity with a combination of office work and occasional field visits. You'll enjoy hands-on project involvement, close collaboration with a growing team, and the opportunity to see your engineering recommendations put into action.

Note: An active Professional Engineer (PE) license is required. Candidates must be comfortable working directly with clients, communicating technical recommendations, and managing geotechnical engineering projects. Prior geotechnical engineering experience is highly preferred, with 2+ years considered an advantage rather than a strict requirement.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We are a growing engineering and testing organization dedicated to helping construction and development projects succeed. Our team combines engineering expertise, field investigations, materials testing, and technical consulting to deliver practical solutions. We believe in teamwork, professional growth, and empowering our engineers to take ownership of meaningful work.

Job Description

• Lead geotechnical engineering projects, including investigations, analysis, reporting, and recommendations.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports with clear, practical engineering solutions.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, proposals, and technical deliverables.
• Coordinate field investigations, drilling operations, soil classification, and testing activities.
• Review field reports, evaluate subsurface conditions, and resolve technical challenges.
• Serve as a trusted technical contact for clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate engineering findings effectively.
• Support and mentor junior engineers and field technicians.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver accurate, timely project results.

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience in geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of geotechnical engineering experience preferred, not required.
• Ability to prepare technical engineering reports and communicate recommendations clearly.
• Strong client-facing communication and relationship management skills.
• Experience coordinating projects, field investigations, or construction-related engineering activities.
• Familiarity with soil mechanics, subsurface investigations, and geotechnical analysis is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational skills, sound technical judgment, and a collaborative mindset.
• Comfortable working on-site in Bartlett, IL, with occasional field assignments.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Real ownership: Lead projects and make decisions that directly influence construction and development outcomes.
• Supportive team: Work alongside motivated engineering and technical professionals who value collaboration.
• Career growth: Develop your project management, technical leadership, and client relationship skills.
• Variety and impact: Enjoy a rewarding combination of engineering analysis, fieldwork, and client interaction.
• Growing organization: Be part of a team where your contributions are visible, appreciated, and essential to continued success.

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance