Geotechnical Professional

Overview

GEI’s Knoxville Branch is looking for a mid‑level Geotechnical Engineer, Geological Engineer, or Engineering Geologist to join a project team providing geotechnical, geostructural, and construction quality assurance oversight services to clients at local, regional, and national levels.

• Perform field work related to geotechnical explorations and construction projects.
• Produce daily and weekly field reports supporting project activities.
• Communicate effectively with the Senior Engineer, Project Manager, and other team members.
• Interface with clients and subcontractors, responding to their requests.
• Assist Senior Engineer/Project Manager in preparing and reviewing boring logs, lab assignments, calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Provide oversight of subcontractors such as drillers and contractors.
• Assist in preparing Health and Safety Plans and Quality Plans.

• General understanding of geotechnical engineering principles and analysis methods.
• Ability to interpret sketches, engineering drawings, and related documents.
• Field experience with geotechnical drill rigs and construction monitoring/oversight/testing.
• Experience on earthwork and concrete construction projects.
• Willingness to work 50–75% of working hours in the field.
• Availability for out‑of‑town travel and overtime.
• Familiarity with geotechnical laboratory test methods.
• Familiarity with geological formations in the Tennessee regions.
• Basic experience in Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bluebeam Revu, Geo Studio, and gINT is preferred or willingness to be trained.
• Strong attention to detail, good analytical and judgment capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of geophysics techniques is preferred or willingness to be trained.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Engineering Geology.
• FE/EIT certification required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of project experience.

• Market‑competitive compensation with eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits program – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and more.
• Well‑being and paid parental leave programs.
• Hybrid work schedules and cell phone stipends.
• GEI University with continuing education assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Support and financial rewards for publication awards, professional dues, and licenses.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Rewards and recognition programs.
• GEI‑funded profit sharing and 401(k).
• Opportunity to become an owner and shareholder.

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.