Geotechnical Engineer

Athena Engineering and Environmental, LLC (Athena), headquartered just outside vibrant Nashville, Tennessee, is a growing woman-owned engineering and environmental consulting firm delivering innovative solutions nationwide. Our multidisciplinary expertise includes geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, ecological services, water resources, land surveying, and Value Engineering.

We proudly serve federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as transportation, energy, industrial, water, and commercial clients. By combining technical excellence with innovation and collaboration, we help our clients solve complex infrastructure challenges and deliver projects that create lasting value.

From major transportation corridors and energy developments to dams, levees, bridges, airfields, and critical public infrastructure, Athena's geotechnical professionals provide the expertise needed to support safe, resilient, and sustainable communities.

Location:

Goodlettsville (Nashville), Tennessee preferred. Hybrid work opportunities may be considered for highly qualified candidates.

Travel:
Approximately 50% domestic travel is expected for project site visits, subsurface investigations, construction support, client meetings, and technical reviews.

Athena is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

We are seeking a motivated Staff Geotechnical Engineer to support geotechnical engineering projects throughout the United States.

This position is ideal for an early-career engineer seeking hands-on experience in geotechnical investigations, engineering analyses, construction support, and technical report preparation while working alongside experienced engineers and project managers.

The successful candidate will participate in field investigations, perform engineering calculations, prepare technical documentation, and contribute to projects supporting transportation, water resources, energy, and infrastructure clients.

The Staff Geotechnical Engineer supports the planning, investigation, analysis, design, and construction phases of geotechnical engineering projects under the guidance of experienced engineers.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop technical expertise while contributing to meaningful infrastructure projects across the country.

Technical Leadership and Project Management

• Assist with planning and performing geotechnical investigations.
• Observe drilling operations, sampling activities, and field testing.
• Review field logs, laboratory testing, and geotechnical data.
• Perform engineering analyses for foundations, retaining walls, embankments, pavements, and slopes.
• Prepare calculations, technical reports, figures, and engineering recommendations.
• Assist with construction observation and quality assurance activities.
• Coordinate with laboratories, drillers, contractors, and project teams.
• Maintain project documentation and field records.
• Support proposal preparation and technical documentation.
• Work closely with Project and Senior Engineers while developing technical and professional skills.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Maintain Athena's commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Perform engineering tasks under the supervision of Project and Senior Engineers.
• Exercise engineering judgment appropriate to experience.
• Coordinate assigned technical activities with project teams.
• Support project schedules and deliverables.
• Recommend technical solutions for review by senior staff.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Engineer Intern (E.I.) certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• 0–4 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Strong interest in geotechnical engineering and field investigations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Internship or co-op…