Geotechnical Engineer – P.E

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Locations:
Stevens Point - Wisconsin

Point of Beginning, Inc., established in 2001, is a multi‑faceted civil engineering, landscape architecture, land surveying, materials testing and geotechnical investigation firm based in Stevens Point, Green Bay and Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. We are a talented and experienced staff of 45 including professional engineers, professional land surveyors, professional landscape architects, field crews, CADD technicians, and an integral administrative staff, and in 2023 we became 100% employee owned!

Roughly two years ago, we launched a new division and added Geotechnical Services to our scope of work. A robust workload has led us to search for new team members to help continue the growth and success of this division. We are seeking an experienced, motivated, organized, and driven Geotechnical Engineer for our office in Stevens Point, Wisconsin.

The successful candidate will be responsible for applying the principles of soil mechanics to the design and construction of civil engineering projects. This role involves the supervision of field sampling activities, installation of geotechnical instrumentation, field and laboratory data analysis, computational modeling, developing engineering recommendations, report preparation, assessing and problem‑solving construction issues, and client communication.

• Site investigation:
  Plan, organize, and oversee field studies, including soil and rock drilling and sampling, in‑situ testing, and groundwater monitoring.
• Laboratory analysis:
  Coordinate and review laboratory testing of soil and rock samples to determine engineering properties such as strength, permeability, and physical characteristics.
• Engineering analysis and design:
  Conduct complex geotechnical analyses and use specialized software to evaluate bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, and lateral earth pressures.
• Technical reporting:
  Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports, proposals, and design specifications that summarize findings and provide recommendations to clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Construction support:
  Provide on‑site engineering support during construction to monitor earthworks, verify compliance with design specifications, and address any unforeseen geotechnical issues that may arise.
• Project management:
  Develop project budgets, timelines, and scope.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with other engineers (civil, structural, environmental), architects, and project stakeholders to ensure geotechnical considerations are integrated into the overall project design.

To perform this position successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual must also be able to successfully pass background checks.

• Either have or be capable of obtaining (preferably within 2 years) a Wisconsin License P.E. with an emphasis on Geotechnical.
• 3 to 10 years experience in the Geotechnical field.
• Ability to use Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Familiarity with geotechnical engineering software.
• Strong work ethic.
• Leadership qualities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Multitask, management skills.

• Family‑like work culture.
• Independent & self‑managed environment.
• Paid vacations, holidays & sick time.
• Competitive salaries.
• Health, dental & vision insurance.
• 100% employee owned.
• 401(k).

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