Project Geotechnical Engineer

GESTRA Engineering, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Competitive salary

Retirement Plans with 4% Match

Life and Disability insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

GESTRA Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Madison, Wisconsin to manage geotechnical engineering projects. The role involves performing calculations, managing budgets, and authoring detailed reports. A Professional Engineer license and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field are required.

Join our team to work on diverse projects and benefit from professional development opportunities, competitive salary, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in geotechnical engineering or related fields.
• PE license required, Wisconsin PE license needed within 6 months if out-of-state.
• Clear communication skills for technical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical calculations, including foundation design and slope stability.
• Manage multiple project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Author and finalize geotechnical engineering reports.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Technical reporting

Communication skills

Software proficiency (GeoStudio, gINT, LPILE)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Operating primarily out of Madison office, with occasional travel to support regional projects as needed. You will manage geotechnical engineering projects from scope development through final reporting. You will serve as a project manager and technical lead, ensuring solutions are safe, cost-effective, and compliant with specifications.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional field visits or client meetings outside standard hours based on project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and review geotechnical engineering calculations, including shallow and deep foundation design, slope stability analysis, settlement estimates, and retaining wall designs.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables for multiple concurrent projects; communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and internal team members.
• Author, review, and finalize detailed geotechnical engineering reports, providing clear foundations and earthwork recommendations.
• Plan and oversee subsurface exploration programs, including soil boring layouts and specialized field testing.
• Assign work to staff engineers and technicians, provide technical guidance, and assist in reviewing their daily work or data sheets.
• Assist in preparing proposals, cost estimates, and qualification packages for prospective clients and projects.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering or related engineering work.
• Must possess a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license, with the ability to obtain a Wisconsin PE license within 6 months if registered in another state.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Clear and concise English communication skills (written and verbal) for technical reporting and stakeholder coordination.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Proficiency in geotechnical engineering software (e.g., GeoStudio, gINT, LPILE) and basic computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel).

Preferred Certifications & Expertise

• Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Familiarity with WisDOT standards, procedures, and reporting.
• Experience or certifications related to construction materials testing oversight (e.g., ACI, NICET).

Why Join Us?

• Professional Development: We invest in your growth by providing assistance for professional certifications, continuing education, and leadership training.
• Exciting Projects: Work on a variety of diverse and challenging civil and geotechnical projects throughout the region.
• Career Path: Gain valuable leadership and project management experience to advance toward principal engineering roles.
• Competitive salary based on experience and PE qualifications.
• Retirement Plans with 4% Match.
• Life and Disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.