Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer

Company Description

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AECOM is seeking an Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer to join the East Region Dams Team. This position will support a variety Dam Safety Engineering projects across the East Region. The successful candidate will join the ENR consistently ranked #1 Dams and Reservoirs firm and have access to exciting career advancement opportunities. This position will report to our Germantown, Maryland office.

This position is expected to begin in Spring/Summer 2026.

• Assist in the planning, execution and oversight of geotechnical field exploration and laboratory test programs.
• Evaluate subsurface conditions to determine geotechnical engineering properties and parameters of soil and bedrock.
• Perform geotechnical analyses for shallow foundations including bearing capacity, sliding and settlement.
• Conduct seepage and stability analyses for dams, levees, tunnels and natural and man‑made slopes.
• Design deep foundations for buildings, bridges, tanks, and other structures.
• Design pavements, retaining walls, sheet piles, and other structures.
• Perform liquefaction analysis, site class assessment and seismic hazard analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of geotechnical data reports, geotechnical design reports, memoranda and technical specifications.
• Coordinate with other in‑house engineering disciplines as needed.
• Oversee subsurface investigation programs and adhere to AECOM’s safety culture.
• Participate in construction oversight and geotechnical exploration.
• Travel domestically and internationally for project needs.
• Engage in local professional events to represent AECOM.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with strong coursework in Geotechnical Engineering, soil mechanics, and foundation engineering or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Ability to work in inclement weather and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally 50% of the time.

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Ability to adhere to project schedules and budgets.
• EIT Certification.
• Basic knowledge of industry‑standard software (e.g., AutoCAD, gINT, MathCAD, Open Ground).

• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Occasional travel to project sites, client meetings, and/or professional conferences is required.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $68,000 to $85,000.

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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