Geotechnical Engineer

Position: Geotechnical Engineer 2
Why DOWL?

DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you're valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Geosciences Market Sector

At DOWL, our Geosciences team is at the core of safe, efficient, and successful infrastructure development. Whether it's a building, bridge, utility, roadway, or dam, every project starts with a deep understanding of what lies beneath. Our geoscience professionals apply advanced knowledge in soil and rock mechanics, geophysical surveys, and soils engineering to solve real-world challenges and deliver practical, data-driven solutions.

From initial planning and permitting to hands-on fieldwork, analysis, and construction support, we evaluate subsurface conditions to guide every stage of development. If you're passionate about applying geoscience to build smarter, safer infrastructure, we invite you to bring your expertise to our collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Summary

The Geotechnical Engineer 2 plays a key role in delivering advanced geotechnical analysis and design, coordinating drilling operations, outlining and interpreting laboratory testing, and contributing to high‑quality geotechnical reports for projects of significant size and complexity. This role blends technical rigor with hands‑on field work, requiring the ability to travel for extended periods to support on‑site investigations. Supported by licensed senior staff, the engineer applies strong judgement, organization, and a solid command of geotechnical fundamentals while continuing to learn new analysis methods.

Success in this position comes from working collaboratively, embracing feedback, managing select project tasks, and consistently demonstrating the work ethic and technical excellence needed to drive safe, reliable, and innovative geotechnical solutions.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Software

* Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Proficient

* Market Sector Software (gINT, Geosystems) - Advanced

* Rocscience Suite, Geo Studio Suite, Piles/Piers - Proficient

* Retaining Wall, AASHTO - Basic

Technical Expertise

* Fully proficient understanding of technical fundamentals related to the market sector

* Leads technical efforts on a variety of project types, sizes, and complexities

* Mentors others on technical tasks and skills

* Performs quality control of moderately complex deliverables

Teamwork

Team player who leads small teams (1-2 people) to complete challenging assignments. Is an independent thinker, provides clear communication and direction to others, and takes responsibility for their results.

Project Delivery

Produces the following independently and oversees others with less experience:

* Proposals/cost estimates

* Technical reports and memos

* Exploration plans

* Laboratory requests

* Design details

* Calculations

* Modeling/software outputs

Understanding Budget and Schedule

Strong understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets. Able to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort. Able to consistently meet budget and schedule expectations on projects. Develops budgets and schedules for complex tasks. Breaks down complex projects into logical tasks. Mentors others on above. Able to prioritize multiple assignments to successfully deliver all assigned projects on time and on budget.

Industry Standards and Regulations

* Interprets, selects, and employs the following design codes with advanced skill:

* ASCE 7

* AASHTO

* IBC

* Local Codes

* Actively mentors others on interpreting design codes

* Understands limitations of design codes

Client Interaction

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