Civil Engineer – Geotechnical Specialty

Goldbelt, Incorporated

Civil Engineer specializing in geotechnical engineering for Federal Bureau of Prisons projects. Evaluating site conditions, foundation recommendations, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in geotechnical engineering, including site evaluations, foundation recommendations, and compliance with engineering standards. Proven ability to coordinate complex infrastructure designs and serve as a technical authority on geotechnical issues.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Geotechnical Engineering ExperienceSite EvaluationsFoundation RecommendationsGeotechnical Reports ReviewDOJ/BOP Suitability

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Hard Skills

Subsurface AnalysisSoil Characteristics EvaluationGroundwater Conditions AssessmentSlope Stability AnalysisSettlement Potential AnalysisBearing Capacity EvaluationSite Grading CoordinationEarthwork DesignExcavation PlanningDrainage Systems Design

Industry Keywords

Construction FeasibilityLong-Term Facility PerformanceProject CostsUtility Distribution LayoutsStormwater ManagementCivil Site DesignsA/E Firms CoordinationApplicable CodesGeotechnical Engineering PracticesInfrastructure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct technical evaluations of proposed project sites to determine suitability for facility construction
Analyze subsurface conditions including soil characteristics, groundwater conditions, slope stability, settlement potential, and bearing capacity
Develop and review foundation recommendations based on geotechnical investigations
Coordinate site grading, earthwork, excavation, retaining structures, drainage systems, and stormwater management designs
Review geotechnical engineering reports and civil site designs prepared by consultant A/E firms
Ensure engineering designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and accepted geotechnical engineering practices
Coordinate utility distribution layouts including domestic water, fire protection, wastewater, lift stations, storm drainage, and related infrastructure
Serve as the technical authority for complex geotechnical engineering issues affecting construction feasibility, long-term facility performance, and project costs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible geotechnical engineering experience
Experience performing site evaluations and reviewing geotechnical reports for large commercial, institutional, industrial, or federal projects
Must be able to obtain and maintain DOJ/BOP suitability and facility access

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with company matching
Tax-deferred savings options
Supplementary benefits
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities