What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geotechnical Engineer position at Geo-Technology Associates Inc.?
Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Design Engineer to join our Geostructural Design Group in our Quakertown, PA office. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your technical skills and gain hands-on experience by working closely with, and learning from, experienced PE's on a wide range of complex geotechnical and geostructural design projects.
We are looking for a motivated engineer who is eager to expand their design knowledge, contribute to real-world solutions, and be part of a collaborative team environment that emphasizes mentorship and professional development.
Geotechnical Designer Responsibilities
- Assist in the design of segmental retaining walls.
- Assist in the design of support of excavation systems.
- Support engineered slope and global stability evaluations.
- Perform geotechnical analyses including lateral earth pressures, slope stability, bearing capacity, and settlement.
- Prepare engineering calculations, reports, and construction documents.
- Develop plan details and sections using AutoCAD.
- Participate in subsurface investigations and interpret soil data for design use.
- Coordinate with contractors and project managers during construction.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (required).
- Actively pursuing E.I.T. certification (required).
- Basic understanding of soil mechanics and foundation engineering.
- Exposure to retaining wall or slope stability concepts (coursework acceptable).
- Basic AutoCAD experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
We believe in taking care of our team—professionally, personally, and everything in between. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:
- Competitive Salary with generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to support your work-life balance
- Annual Bonus Potential – your hard work deserves to be rewarded
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – including Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Peace of Mind – with Company-paid Life Insurance and both Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Invest in Your Future – through our 401(k) with Company Match
- Education Assistance Program – helping you continue to grow and learn
- Employee Assistance Program – free access to short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and more
- Peak Health Wellness Plan – personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support
- Stay Connected & Inspired – with free memberships to professional societies
- Professional Development – Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training to help you reach your goals
- Referral Bonuses – bring great people on board and get rewarded
- Recognition That Matters – we celebrate achievements big and small with our Employee Recognition Program
- Team Spirit & Fun – enjoy company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment