Geotechnical Staff Engineer

Willmer Engineering; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) with profit sharing

Generous PTO plus Flex Day

Professional development and licensure

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Willmer Engineering in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support projects from exploration through construction, collaborating with engineers, geologists, project managers, and clients.

The role offers a hybrid schedule (2 days in the office), mentorship, and opportunities to lead investigations, prepare reports, and contribute to design decisions.

Candidates should have a Civil Engineering degree and 2–3 years of geotechnical experience, with a path toward PE licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• 2–3 years of geotechnical engineering experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Valid driver's license
• Geotechnical engineering emphasis (preferred)
• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering (preferred)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) (preferred)
• Experience with GDOT or other DOT projects (preferred)
• Experience preparing geotechnical reports and engineering recommendations (preferred)
• Interest in obtaining PE licensure (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical engineering investigations and evaluations.
• Assist with project planning, proposals, scope development, and scheduling.
• Analyze subsurface conditions and develop engineering recommendations.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate drilling, laboratory testing, and field investigations.
• Perform construction observations, quality assurance, and quality control activities.
• Support foundation, earthwork, pavement, and retaining wall recommendations.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Assist with project budgeting and tracking.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Location: Atlanta, GA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Hybrid (2 days in the office) | Salaried

Build Your Career with Willmer Engineering

Looking for more than just another geotechnical engineering job?

At Willmer Engineering, you'll work on a diverse mix of commercial, industrial, transportation, and public infrastructure projects while learning from experienced engineers who are invested in your success. Whether you're preparing for your PE or looking to expand your project responsibilities, we'll provide the mentorship, technical exposure, and career opportunities to help you get there.

We're a growing multidisciplinary engineering firm where your work is recognized, your ideas are valued, and your career doesn't have to wait years to move forward.

Why Join Willmer?

Meaningful Projects

• Commercial developments
• Transportation and GDOT projects
• Industrial facilities
• Public infrastructure
• Geotechnical investigations from proposal through construction

Career Growth

• Clear advancement opportunities
• Increased project responsibility as you grow
• Opportunities to mentor junior staff
• Exposure to project management

Professional Development

• Support for EIT and PE licensure
• Continuing education and technical training
• Cross-training with environmental and construction materials testing teams

Collaborative Culture

• Accessible leadership
• Team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to make an impact from day one

What You'll Do

As a Geotechnical Engineer, you'll support projects from initial exploration through construction while working alongside experienced engineers, geologists, project managers, and clients.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform geotechnical engineering investigations and evaluations.
• Assist with project planning, proposals, scope development, and scheduling.
• Analyze subsurface conditions and develop engineering recommendations.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate drilling, laboratory testing, and field investigations.
• Perform construction observations, quality assurance, and quality control activities.
• Support foundation, earthwork, pavement, and retaining wall recommendations.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Assist with project budgeting and tracking.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• 2–3 years of geotechnical engineering experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Geotechnical engineering emphasis
• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
• Experience with GDOT or other DOT projects
• Experience preparing geotechnical reports and engineering recommendations
• Interest in obtaining PE licensure

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Generous PTO plus Flex Day
• Professional development and licensure support
• Career advancement opportunities

Why Engineers Choose Willmer

At Willmer Engineering, we believe great engineers thrive when they're trusted with meaningful work, supported by experienced mentors, and given opportunities to grow. We offer the stability of an established engineering firm with the energy and flexibility of a growing company—so your contributions are recognized, your ideas matter, and your career can advance based on performance, not tenure.

Learn more about us at: www.willmerengineering.com

EEO:Willmer Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.