Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Requisition Number: 2026-1800-02

Build Your Career. Own Your Future.

At S&ME, you're more than just an employee, you're an employee-owner of a 100% employee-owned company that has been solving complex geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials testing challenges for over 50 years. We're invested in your success and offer a career path with growth opportunities, training, and hands-on experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits designed to help you thrive - on and off the job, including but not limited to:

• Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a minimum 5% company contribution
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO with rollover
• Maternity/Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company vehicle & fuel card for project-based work
• Employee recognition & credential incentive programs
• $2,000 referral bonuses and more!

Your Role: Hands-On, Impactful, and Fast-Paced

As a Geotechnical Engineer in Atlanta, Georgia, you will lead geotechnical engineering projects through every phase, from initial planning to final delivery. Direct technical activities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build strong client relationships. Leverage engineering knowledge to identify effective solutions, overcome project challenges, and deliver successful results for both public and private sector clients.

What You'll Do:

• Project Oversight: Manage geotechnical engineering assignments from start to finish, maintaining technical standards, meeting established deadlines, and keeping projects within budget.
• Engineering Evaluation: Assess subsurface conditions, soil testing results, and field investigation findings to formulate sound engineering solutions and recommendations.
• Reporting & Growth Initiatives: Develop technical reports, proposals, and project budgets while supporting new business efforts and identifying opportunities to expand client relationships.
• Client Engagement & Collaboration: Work closely with clients, contractors, and subcontractors to offer engineering expertise, resolve project-related issues, and keep work progressing efficiently.
• Mentorship & Team Support: Guide and develop less-experienced engineers and technical personnel while promoting teamwork, safe work practices, technical excellence, and ongoing career development.

What We're Looking For:

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, or a related engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years of related geotechnical engineering experience which preferably includes some extent of project management responsibilities.
• On track to obtain an Engineering in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license

Why Join S&ME?

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry.

Ready to Get Started? Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting future with S&ME!

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This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.