Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Columbia SC

About the role

Build Your Career Without Sacrificing Your Life Outside of Work
If you're a Geotechnical Engineer who enjoys getting out in the field, solving complex subsurface challenges, mentoring the next generation of engineers, and having the flexibility to manage your life outside of work, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Supporting Augusta, GA Operations

This position offers a unique blend of technical responsibility, hands-on field involvement, and leadership development, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact on project delivery while helping grow and strengthen the engineering team around you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and support geotechnical investigations for a variety of commercial, industrial, transportation, and infrastructure projects.
• Perform and oversee field explorations, drilling programs, and site investigations.
• Interpret subsurface conditions and develop practical geotechnical recommendations.
• Prepare and review geotechnical engineering reports and technical documentation.
• Provide engineering support throughout project design and construction phases.
• Collaborate with project managers, geologists, technicians, and clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Mentor and develop early-career engineers, helping build technical capabilities across the team.
• Support operations and projects in the Augusta market while maintaining a primary presence in Columbia approximately 3 days per week.
• Participate in client interactions and help strengthen long-term relationships within the region.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 5+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain in the near future.
• Experience conducting and interpreting geotechnical field investigations.
• Strong technical writing and report preparation skills.
• Knowledge of foundation systems, earthwork, slope stability, site development, and construction support services.
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining high technical standards.
• Passion for mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Strong communication skills and a practical, client-focused approach to engineering.

Why Join Us?

• Shape the Next Generation - You'll have the opportunity to mentor junior professionals, influence project delivery, and help develop the future of the geotechnical team.
• Variety in Your Work - Spend time both in the field and the office. You'll remain connected to projects from investigation through design recommendations and construction support, rather than being confined to a desk.
• Regional Impact - Support meaningful projects throughout the Columbia and Augusta markets and become a recognized technical resource in a growing region.
• Flexibility That Actually Means Something - Need to leave for an appointment? Taking care of family commitments? We understand that professional success and personal responsibilities are not mutually exclusive. Our culture is built around trust, flexibility, and treating people like adults.
• Career Growth - Whether your goal is technical leadership, project management, client development, or eventually leading a team, you'll have the support and opportunities to continue advancing your career.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Salary: $110,000+
• Competitive bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retail savings plan
• Professional development and continuing education support
• PE licensing and professional association assistance
• Career progression opportunities into senior leadership roles
• Flexible work environment that supports work-life balance