Geotechnical Engineer

This position involves applying engineering methodologies and principles to provide geotechnical and related services. The role includes performing and leading subsurface investigations, conducting engineering analyses and calculations, designing and developing plans and specifications, and preparing and reviewing reports under the supervision of experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

• Perform and lead subsurface investigations.
• Conduct engineering analyses and calculations.
• Design and develop plans and specifications.
• Prepare and review reports for services provided.
• Split time between fieldwork and report writing in the office.

• 5-10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Background in geology.
• Experience in report writing.
• EIT certification.
• Project management skills.
• Comfortable working both in the field and in the office.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Former field experience.
• Management experience.

The work environment is a combination of fieldwork and office settings. The role requires managing sites and teams in the field, as well as writing reports in the office. The company provides a truck and phone for work purposes, offers 401k matching up to 5%, and covers long-term disability. The company observes paid holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Jessup, Maryland.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $38.46/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Jessup,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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