Professional Engineer, Geotechnical

TKDA; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 88,500 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

TKDA is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for a key role in Minneapolis, MN, tackling complex underground challenges. This position emphasizes collaboration and technical expertise, incorporating both field and design responsibilities.

With a competitive salary range of $88,500 – $134,000 and a hybrid work structure, the ideal candidate will have between 4 to 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.

Qualifications

• 4 – 15 years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience.
• Experience with underground design and geotechnical report development.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Apply geotechnical expertise to analyze subsurface conditions.
• Lead geotechnical investigations and prepare deliverables.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on projects.

Skills

Geotechnical expertise

Subsurface investigations

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a Geotechnical Engineer in Minneapolis, MN, where you’ll play a key role in solving complex underground challenges alongside a team that values both technical expertise and real collaboration. In this role, you’ll be trusted to dig into problems, apply your engineering judgment, and help bring practical solutions to life on projects that shape the infrastructure around us.

You’ll work on a wide range of underground and geotechnical projects, from tunnels and shafts to trenchless systems and open‑cut excavations, supporting them from early investigation through design and into construction. Along the way, you’ll partner closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, surveyors, and designers, building relationships across disciplines and contributing to a team environment where people genuinely enjoy working together.

Hybrid Work Environment

Tuesday – Thursday In‑Office | Monday & Friday WFH

What You’ll Do

• Dig into complex underground challenges: Apply your geotechnical expertise to analyze subsurface conditions and support the design of tunnels, shafts, trenchless systems, and open‑cut excavations.
• Lead and support subsurface investigations: Help plan and participate in geotechnical investigations, including selecting boring locations, reporting soil and rock conditions, and interpreting field data.
• Turn data into practical solutions: Work with boring logs, lab data, and field observations to develop clear, defensible engineering recommendations that move projects forward with confidence.
• Own your technical work: Prepare geotechnical deliverables including data reports, interpretive reports, and other technical documentation used to support design and construction.
• Stay involved in the field: Perform site visits, construction observation, and inspections for underground structures, slopes, and related infrastructure—connecting your work directly to real‑world conditions.
• Support project delivery from start to finish: Contribute across all phases of project work, including design support and construction coordination such as RFIs, submittals, and field communication.
• Work closely with your team: Collaborate with engineers, surveyors, and designers across disciplines to develop practice, well‑coordinated solutions.

What We’re Looking For

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Minnesota (or ability to obtain)
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical emphasis preferred)
• 4 – 15 years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience
• Experience with underground design, trenchless methods, or tunneling projects
• Strong background in subsurface investigations, soil borings, and geotechnical report development
• Experience with open‑cut excavations, slope stability, and earthwork design
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Advantageous Qualifications

• Experience supporting construction‑phase services, field investigations, or construction observation
• Familiarity with trenchless construction methods such as microtunneling, HDD, or auger boring
• Experience working in a consulting engineering environment
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Interest in mentoring junior staff and contributing to team development

Compensation

$88,500 – $134,000 a year. The listed salary range reflects base pay for candidates with 4–15 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities. Candidates whose experience falls outside this range are still encouraged to apply and will be given full consideration.

Benefits

Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one

Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses

HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA‑eligible plan

401(k) Match: Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals

ESOP: Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits

Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

EEO Statement

TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Visa Sponsorship

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements. TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.

Pre‑Employment Screening

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre‑employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

Recruiters and Placement Agencies

TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in written by a TKDA officer.