Project Engineer

GEI Consultants, Inc; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive compensation and 4–

Healthcare and benefits

Hybrid work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer in its Madison, WI office to support civil, geotechnical, environmental, and water resources projects.

You will assist in field tasks and engineering design under supervision, contributing to studies, drawings, specifications, and QA/QC. The role emphasizes report writing, data analysis, site investigations, and client communication, with opportunities across remediation, dam/hydropower, and site development projects.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or Environmental Engineering; MS preferred
• EIT or PE is a plus
• 3–8 years of professional civil/geotechnical/environmental engineering experience
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills
• Experience with CAD, Civil 3D, and GIS for engineering design
• Experience with GeoStudio (SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, SIGMA/W) is a plus
• Willingness to travel and perform field tasks
• 40 hr HAZWOPER is a plus; valid U.S. driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Support services across Water Resources, Civil, Geotechnical, and Solid Waste engineering disciplines
• Develop feasibility studies, cost estimates, drawings, and specification packages
• Prepare contractor bid tools and oversee procurement documents
• Assist site investigations, soil borings, environmental sampling, and subcontractor oversight
• Manage data, perform geotechnical analyses, and prepare technical reports
• Provide quality control on calculations and deliverables
• Prepare proposals, define project scope, budgets, and schedules; participate in project management

Skills

Civil engineering

Geotechnical engineering

Water resources

CAD

Civil 3D

GIS

GeoStudio

Technical report writing

Field tasks

Education

BS in Civil/Geotechnical/Environmental Engineering

MS is a plus

Tools

GeoStudio (SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, SIGMA/W)

CAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

The Madison, Wisconsin office of GEI Consultants, Inc. (GEI) is seeking a Project Engineer with a background in civil, environmental, geotechnical., or water resources engineering. Under supervision of senior staff, this individual will provide support to ongoing field and engineering design efforts. Projects may include those related to solid waste landfill, environmental remediation, dams and hydropower facilities, and site development.

• Support services in one or more of the following engineering disciplines: Water Resources (Hydrology and Hydraulics), Civil Engineering (Site Development), Geotechnical Engineering (Slope Stability, and Seepage, Foundations), and Solid Waste (Landfill Design and Construction Quality Assurance).
• Support the development of decision-making documents such as feasibility studies and cost estimates, design and procurement documents such as engineering drawings and specification packages, and tools for contractor bid evaluation and oversight.
• Support site investigations and site assessments including soil borings and testing, environmental sampling, and technical oversight of subcontractors.
• Support data management and geotechnical analysis, prepare technical reports, and assist in preparation of presentations and proposals to clients and regulators.
• Provide quality control review of calculations and deliverables.
• Prepare proposals, develop project scope, budgets and schedules, and perform project management.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or Environmental Engineering; M.S. is a plus.
• E.I.T. or P.E. is a plus
• 3-8 years of previous professional experience in civil/geotechnical/environmental engineering and consulting; knowledge and familiarity with engineering design processes.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
• Experience with spatial analysis and visualization software such as CAD, Civil 3D, and GIS.
• Experience with geotechnical analysis software, such as GeoStudio (SEEP/W, SLOPE/W or SIGMA/W) is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Willingness and ability to perform field tasks and oversight.
• 40 hr. HAZWOPER is a plus.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locationshere .

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

Light

x

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

4-6 hours

Standing

2 hours

Walking

2 hours

Climbing

30 min.

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

20lbs

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

20lbs

Carrying objects

x

Push/pull

x

Twisting

x

10 min

Reaching forward

10 min

Reaching overhead

10 min

10 min

x

x

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

4-6 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

x

Talk or hear

x

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

x

Far Vision

x

Yes

No

Not Applicable

x

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

x

Hearing

x

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

x

Chemical

x

x

Extreme temperatures

x

Radiation

x

Uneven surfaces or elevations

x

x

x

Other (exposure risks):

8

x

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.