Geotechnical Engineer; Nashville

Geotechnical Engineer (Nashville)
Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.

Location: Nashville, TN

Base pay range: $75,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

• Provide geotechnical engineering and guidance for due diligence, investigation, impact assessment, improvement, and construction of infrastructure projects in the public and private sector.
• Assist with research, design, analysis, concept development, planning, and construction of roads, buildings, tunnels, dams, canals, levees, bridges, airports, water supply systems, underground storage, and sewage treatment.
• Conduct subsurface investigations, soil foundation engineering, settlement analysis, soil erosion, lateral earth pressures, geological hazards, underground water, and slope stability for commercial, industrial, building, infrastructure, and transportation projects.
• Lead field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations; develop plans and specifications; observe and inspect; and prepare review of related reports.
• Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on design and construction issues involving rock and soil mechanics; investigate subsurface and geological conditions to design foundations, earth structures and pavement sub‑grades.
• Write technical reports summarizing research findings and conclusions; generate accurate documentation using sketches, calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets and software.
• Develop work plans and coordinate field/site work and laboratory testing.
• Provide support during construction through submittal reviews, responses to requests for information, and contract document clarifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or EIT preferred.
• 5+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Ability to prepare complete, concise, and organized engineering calculations and reports.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software including gINT, Slope/W, Seep/W, APILE, LPILE, GRLWeap, Settle3D (or other settlement software).
• Ability to travel to project sites and access all points of a construction site in diverse climates and environmental conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Physically mobile on construction sites and field assignments.
• Ability to carry required instruments and equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Performance of essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards, including meeting productivity standards.
• Exposure to variable climate and environmental conditions including extreme cold and heat.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

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Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology;
Industries:
Civil Engineering