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Geotechnical Engineer

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.
Frederick, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/28/2026
We are currently seeking a mid to senior level geotechnical engineer, P.E., to join our growing team in Frederick, MD and participate in a wide variety of geotechnical, testing, and monitoring related projects. Projects are primarily located within MD/VA areas. The candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with personnel at other HCEA offices throughout the company.

General Responsibilities

  • Manage Geotechnical Engineering projects from start to finish including preparing technical geotechnical reports.
  • Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, plans, technical specifications, and reports, including day to day correspondence with clients.
  • Provide geotechnical/technical support to our other project managers/Engineers of the region (Frederick, Hagerstown, Chantilly, Leesburg).
  • Support the office's other departments (CMT/Lab) as required.
  • Enhance our client satisfaction ratings by providing thorough, professional service, and maintaining continuous communications to build long-term relationships.
  • Oversee the technical excellence of all branch service providers and ensure that the highest levels of quality and integrity are the standard deliverable to our clients.
  • Follow company safety and site safety standards.

Candidate Qualifications

  • B.S. Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, M.S. preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in preparation of Geotechnical Reports in the MD/Northern VA geological region.
  • Strong knowledge of the local jurisdiction's geotechnical requirements.
  • P.E. required.
  • Enthusiastic, self-starter with desire to provide excellent service to clients.
  • Strong communication skills (oral and written)
  • Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook, AutoCAD)
  • Valid driver's license
  • Willing to travel and work out of town for short periods of time.

Hillis-Carnes offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes: medical (Health Savings Account available), dental, life, long and short-term disability plans, 401k plan with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, paid time off, paid holidays and much more.

Hillis-Carnes is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for this position

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