Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Atlas; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,705 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Time Off

401(k)

Job summary

Atlas is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Engineer to join our Indianapolis, IN team. You will support geotechnical investigations, combine fieldwork with data analysis, and prepare technical reports for public and private projects.

This hands-on role emphasizes field methods, site visits, and collaboration with senior engineers to develop reliable infrastructure solutions while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
• PE license or ability to obtain within 2 years.
• 2+ years civil engineering experience; geotechnical preferred.
• Experience with field investigations, data interpretation, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and support field investigations including drilling and soil sampling.
• Review and interpret lab and field test data to inform decisions.
• Prepare geotechnical reports such as foundation investigations and site assessments.
• Perform site visits for data collection and reconnaissance.
• Support troubleshooting and provide practical solutions during construction.
• Develop recommendations for foundations, earthwork, slope stability.
• Lead small to medium geotechnical exploration projects.

Skills

Geotechnical field methods

Data analysis

Report writing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

We are seeking a Geotechnical Staff Engineer?to join our team in Indianapolis, IN. In this role, you’ll support Geotechnical investigations and engineering for transportation, public and private projects, helping to ensure safe and reliable infrastructure solutions. This is a hands‑on role that combines fieldwork, data analysis, engineering design and technical reporting per the industry compliance. You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers while developing your own technical judgment and project experience.

Effectively manage projects, resources, and staff while providing expert technical guidance in geotechnical engineering across diverse projects — in both public and private sectors — and ensure strict adherence to applicable guidelines.

Core Responsibilities

• Plan and support field investigations, including drilling and soil sampling for transportation projects
• Review and interpret laboratory and field test data to inform engineering decisions
• Prepare clear, accurate Geotechnical reports (e.g., foundation investigations, soil summaries, site assessments)
• Perform site visits to evaluate the site conditions, preliminary site reconnaissance, and collect necessary data prior to the field work coordination
• Support troubleshooting of Geotechnical issues during construction and provide practical solutions
• Contribute to project planning through cost estimates and ongoing technical support
• Perform Geotechnical analysis for shallow and deep foundations, earthworks recommendations, slope stability and seepage analyses, lateral earth pressure calculations, and other pertinent analyses in support of a wide range of projects in public and private sectors.
• Develop recommendations for buildings and infrastructure projects, including residential/commercial buildings, bridges, highways, railways, airports, pipelines, and levees/basins.
• Play an active role in professional associations.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
• Ability to get Professional Engineering (P.E.) license through initial exam or through comity within 2 years.
• 2+ year of civil engineering experience (Construction Management or Geotechnical Engineering experience preferred)
• Working knowledge of Geotechnical engineering principles, field methods, and construction practices
• Ability to read plans, analyze data, and produce clear technical reports
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork, with a valid driver’s license for fieldwork
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working.
• Geotechnical background including fundamental knowledge of principles of Geotechnical engineering, soil and rock mechanics, pavement engineering, and groundwater hydrology.
• Experience in construction oversight for foundation and pavement construction and earthwork observation.
• Experience with Geotechnical engineering softwares.
• Familiarity with AASHTO standards, local building codes, guidelines, and deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to lead small to medium-scale Geotechnical exploration projects

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Compensation: $31.25 - $36.06 hourly rate
  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.