What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geotechnical Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Title: Geotechnical Engineer
Job Description
The Geotechnical Engineer will perform detailed geotechnical analyses and design foundations, piles, and underpinning systems. The role involves preparing technical reports, proposals, construction documents, and correspondence, as well as supervising field investigations and foundation construction activities. The candidate will manage multiple projects, including budgets, schedules, and progress reporting, while supporting project closeouts and other related duties.
Responsibilities
- Perform geotechnical analyses and design for foundations, piles, and underpinning systems.
- Prepare technical reports, proposals, construction documents, and correspondence.
- Supervise field investigations and foundation construction activities.
- Manage multiple projects, including budgets, schedules, and progress reporting.
- Support project closeouts and other related duties.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering; Master’s preferred.
- 2 years of geotechnical experience.
- Experience with deep foundations, mass grading, ground improvement, and excavation support.
- Strong technical writing and project coordination skills.
- Familiarity with codes, regulations, and geotechnical software.
- Strong communication and leadership abilities.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Advanced software proficiency in geotechnical modeling tools and CAD platforms.
- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities, with experience guiding junior engineers and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
- Business development mindset with the ability to identify new opportunities and build client relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, including technical writing, presentations, and client interfacing.
- Experience with regulatory agencies, permitting processes, and environmental compliance.
- Flexibility and adaptability with a proactive approach to problem-solving and project challenges.
- Commitment to safety and quality, demonstrated through past project execution and team collaboration.
Work Environment
The work environment offers hybrid flexibility with both field responsibilities and office work. The company is one of the largest engineering firms in the US with a significant presence on the east coast, providing opportunities for upward mobility and an incredible benefits package.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $93000.00 - $135000.00/yr.
401k contribution, dental, health, medical covered
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Parsippany,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $93,000 - $135,000
