Geotechnical Engineer – Early Career

TinyURL

Early Career Geotechnical Engineer at Geosyntec involved in site characterization, landfill design, and various engineering calculations. Opportunities for field investigations and collaboration with diverse teams.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,520 - $102,080 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conducting geotechnical field investigations;
Monitoring heavy civil construction projects;
Performing and reviewing engineering calculations;
Earthquake engineering;
Landfill design and permitting;
Dam and levee evaluations;
Developing construction documents;
Writing and reviewing engineering reports.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in civil and/or environmental engineering.
Advanced degree in the same. (preferred)
Prior internship or work experience in engineering consulting. (preferred)
At least 2 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (preferred)
Experience with geotechnical and engineering software such as AutoCAD, Geostudio, Rocscience and PLAXIS. (preferred)
Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required)
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid holidays
vacation
sick
personal paid time off
medical
dental
vision
life
disability insurance
401(k)
other benefits to eligible employees

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

geotechnical field investigationsengineering calculationsearthquake engineeringlandfill designdam evaluationslevee evaluationsconstruction documents developmentengineering report writing

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in civil engineeringBachelor's degree in environmental engineeringHealth & Safety trainingmedical monitoringclient-driven drug testingbackground testing