Comp Range: $90K-$120KK with bonus up to 5 percent
Experience: 2 to 5 yr
PE Preferred: Not required
Education: Bachelor degree in Geotech or Civil Construction with Geotech Consulting
Location: Chicago on site M to F
Work Authorization: US citizen or green card holder
A growing ground improvement group is hiring a true Geotech Engineer with real geotechnical consulting experience. The right candidate brings technical depth, field involvement, and a proven geotechnical background. Pure construction backgrounds are not a match due to the unique and highly technical nature of the work. This role supports geotechnical design and field execution for vibro compaction, grouting, soil mixing, and other ground improvement systems. You will handle subsurface investigations, construction support, data interpretation, and problem solving in varied soil conditions. You will also partner directly with a manager who is described as supportive and collaborative. Primary Responsibilities
Ground Improvement Work Support design and evaluation for vibro compaction, grouting, soil mixing, and related geotechnical solutions.
Site Investigation and Data Work Assist with borings, CPT tests, lab testing reviews, and interpretation of subsurface data.
Field Support Spend time on site to confirm design intent, support construction activity, and work closely with field crews.
Technical Analysis Use geotechnical tools such as PLAXIS, L Pile, Slope W, Settle 3D, or similar programs.
Team Collaboration Work with experienced engineers, project teams, and construction partners to solve technical challenges.
Candidate Background
Education Bachelor degree in Geotech is required OR Civil/Construction Engineer with Geotech Consulting
Experience
2 to 5 yr of geotechnical design or field support.
Geotechnical consulting
Ground improvement experience is a plus.
Comfort in both office and field settings.
Personal Strengths
Clear communicator.
Able to balance competing project needs.
Strong interest in geotechnical work and ground improvement.
Topics candidates should be ready to discuss
Experience with vibro compaction, grouting, or soil mixing.
Types of geotechnical projects supported and your role.
Involvement in site investigations and interpretation of data.
Use of geotechnical software tools.
Approach to unexpected soil or site conditions.
Comfort working in the field.
Collaboration with contractors or field teams.
Quality control steps and safety focus.
Ability to explain technical information to non engineering groups.
Examples of managing tight timelines or shifting priorities.
Interest in long term growth in ground improvement and foundation engineering.
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