Geotechnical Pursuit Engineer - Path to PDE with Equity

GeoStabilization International®; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Mental health benefits

Equity ownership

401(k) with company match

Flexible paid time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

GeoStabilization International (GSI) is seeking a Pursuit Engineer II in geotechnical construction, based in California. You will work with project development engineers to support pursuits, develop proposals, and engage clients in heavy civil and transportation markets.

You will learn pursuit management, deepen geotechnical knowledge, and advance toward owning your own accounts as a PDE while traveling regionally with customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or related Engineering field.
• P.E., P.G., E.I.T., or G.I.T. licensure preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in engineering, construction, sales, or technical client-facing roles.
• Familiarity with construction practices and heavy equipment.
• Experience working on proposals, in sales, or in a customer-facing technical role.
• CRM experience (Salesforce or equivalent) is a plus; B2W estimating software experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support pursuit execution: assist PDEs in developing pursuit strategy, coordinating with estimating and engineering teams, and building technically credible proposals.
• Technical analysis and proposal support: research geotechnical challenges, evaluate solutions, and contribute technical content to client-facing materials.
• Client engagement: participate in client meetings, site visits, and follow-ups. Build relationships and learn how different stakeholders make decisions.
• Market research and pipeline support: identify and qualify opportunities in the heavy civil and transportation space. Track market activity and competitive positioning.
• Industry involvement: attend trade shows, events, and association meetings. Begin building your network in the industry.
• Administrative and coordination work: manage pursuit timelines, track deliverables, and ensure smooth communication across internal teams.

Skills

Technical competencies

Relationship building

Communication

Problem solving

Ownership and initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or related field

P.E., P.G., E.I.T., or G.I.T. licensure preferred

Tools

Salesforce CRM

B2W estimating software

Job description

GeoStabilization International (GSI) is seeking a Pursuit Engineer II in geotechnical construction, based in California. You will work with project development engineers to support pursuits, develop proposals, and engage clients in heavy civil and transportation markets.

You will learn pursuit management, deepen geotechnical knowledge, and advance toward owning your own accounts as a PDE while traveling regionally with customers.