Principal Geotechnical Engineer

About Atlas Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive With a team of 3500 employees and offices throughout the US we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work We always aim for smart safe and sustainable results At Atlas we understand that our future is everyones responsibility and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

In this role we’re providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive and if you’re a Principal Geotechnical Engineer ready to provide technical leadership for geotechnical investigations design construction support and client and team coordination across diverse public and private projects and committed to doing meaningful work then this is your moment You’ll carry out geotechnical investigations and analyses prepare technical recommendations support construction activities coordinate with clients and project teams mentor junior engineers and contribute to business and professional development efforts.

• Provide technical guidance on geotechnical engineering aspects of a wide range of public and private sector projects ensuring conformance with local state and federal guidelines.
• Lead geotechnical design investigation and analysis for buildings and infrastructure projects including residential, commercial buildings, bridges, highways, railways, airports, pipelines and levees, basins.
• Direct and supervise subsurface explorations, laboratory testing, geotechnical data interpretation, instrumentation monitoring and associated geotechnical analyses for foundations, earthwork, slope stability, seepage, lateral earth pressures and earthquake engineering.
• Supervise and lead geotechnical support during construction of geotechnical elements including shallow foundations, drilled shafts, pile driving, grading, utility trenching and other earthwork operations.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders and governmental personnel to ensure comprehensive resolution of geotechnical concerns while fostering strong long term client relationships and supporting business development opportunities.
• Mentor and train junior geotechnical engineers, maintain involvement in professional associations and contribute to the state of practice of geotechnical engineering through community engagement.
• Oversee and maintain our quality program and accreditations.

You’ll thrive here if you have Bachelors degree in civil engineering; masters degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred. Minimum 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering practice with an emphasis on geotechnical design and analysis, geotechnical field investigation and construction supervision.

The successful candidate must be a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Colorado. Local experience and familiarity with the local engineering practice required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team based working. Extensive geotechnical background including a strong fundamental knowledge of principles of geotechnical engineering, soil and rock mechanics, earthquake engineering, pavement engineering and groundwater hydrogeology. Experience with geotechnical software including slope stability packages, pile modeling tools, site response software preferred.

Familiarity with CDOT standards, guidelines and deliverables is preferred. Experience in construction oversight for foundation construction and earthwork observation.

• Health & Wellness We offer medical dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options including no cost employee only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave, SSL and paid parental leave.
• Retirement We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance To provide protection and peace of mind we offer Life AD&D, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program We are…