Geotechnical Engineer – Entry Level

Barr Engineering Co.

Geotechnical Engineer supporting Engineering and Design business unit, overseeing geotechnical projects and analyses. Collaborating with team members and providing technical solutions for clients in various projects.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeBismarck • North Dakota • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $70,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in geotechnical engineering, including project planning, geotechnical computer modeling, and material testing. Proficient in preparing project specifications and reports while ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

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Geotechnical EngineeringGeotechnical Software ProgramsProject Planning and CoordinationSoil and Rock InvestigationsConstruction Observation

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Hard Skills

Geotechnical Computer ModelingSoil InvestigationsRock InvestigationsMaterial TestingFoundation DesignSlope Stability AnalysisSeepage AnalysisBearing Capacity AnalysisEarth Retention DesignDam Engineering

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingProject Management

Tools & Technologies

GeostudioLPileAPileGINTBoreDMFLAC

Industry Keywords

Geotechnical EngineeringCivil EngineeringMine TailingsTailings Storage FacilitiesAdvanced Soil Mechanics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

support the Engineering and Design business unit, completing geotechnical engineering projects by performing geotechnical computer modeling, specifying and interpreting soil and rock investigations (including drilling and cone penetrometer testing), overseeing on-site and in-laboratory material testing, and installing instrumentation
provide continuous on-site support for construction observation, subsurface investigations, in-situ testing, instrumentation installation, surveying, materials testing, and facility inspections
assist with planning, coordinating, and executing projects. Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to project managers and clients
prepare project plans and specifications, reports, and cost estimates
complete design related to shallow and deep foundations, slope stability, seepage, bearing capacity, settlement, earth retention, and dams

Requirements

What you’ll need

bachelor’s degree in geotechnical engineering, geological engineering, or civil engineering with a geotechnical emphasis, with coursework or research related to mine tailings and tailings storage facilities, dam engineering, or advanced soil mechanics
2 years of relevant experience
Willingness and ability to regularly travel
geotechnical software programs, including Geostudio, LPile, APile, gINT or BoreDM, or FLAC
possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities