What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geotechnical Engineer position at Geo-Technology Associates Inc.?
Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) is actively seeking a driven and experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in the vibrant Myrtle Beach, South Carolina area. If you’re passionate about the ground beneath your feet and want to work on dynamic projects that shape the built environment, this is your chance to grow with a company that values expertise, collaboration, and professional development.
What You’ll Be Doing:
You'll play a key role in a variety of exciting geotechnical and construction-related projects, including:
- Field and lab work related to earthwork, foundation, and construction materials testing
- Managing subsurface investigations (borings, test pits), and analyzing logs, lab data, and site plans
- Performing engineering calculations such as bearing capacity, settlement, earth pressures, slope stability, and pavement section design
- Writing and preparing comprehensive geotechnical reports
- Retaining wall and foundation design
- Slope stability analysis and pavement design
- Project management and client engagement
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus
- EIT/FE certification strongly preferred; PE license is a plus
- 5–10 years of relevant geotechnical and construction observation experience
- Strong communication and report-writing skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Experience with AutoCAD or CADD is a bonus
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