Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting‑edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high‑growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people‑focused culture, prioritizing the well‑being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data‑driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.Join a people‑first culture that values your well‑being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?Verdantas is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mid‑level Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing Geotechnical team in the Mid‑Atlantic. This role may be based out of any of the following offices: Wilmington, DE, Dover, DE, Bel Air, MD, Lehigh Valley, PA, Philadelphia, PA, Wilkes‑Barre, PA or Somerville, NJ. Remote work will be considered for qualified candidates residing in any of the above‑listed states.This is a unique opportunity to use your technical expertise to conduct geotechnical evaluations that support land development and redevelopment, civil infrastructure, stormwater management, transportation projects, landfill design, dam safety, and litigation support. This position will support Verdantas’ continued growth in Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland, but will have the capability to support projects nationally.The ideal candidate brings enthusiasm to utilize and expand their technical experience, thrives in a team setting, communicates openly, welcomes feedback, and stays current with emerging technologies and software. As a key contributor, you will also help shape the careers of emerging talent as well as develop into a project manager within the geotechnical team. You will bring strong technical expertise in soil mechanics, shallow and deep foundation design, ground improvement, slope stability, retaining structures, and geotechnical instrumentation, along with experience coordinating fieldwork, laboratory programs, and junior staff. Responsibilities include planning and executing geotechnical investigations, performing engineering analyses, and preparing geotechnical documents. Familiarity with geohazards such as liquefaction, seismic shaking, karst, and abandoned mine land is a plus for the candidate for this position.When joining our team, you will be welcomed into an environment that values what you bring to the table, supports continuous growth in your field, and celebrates the accomplishments you achieve. Ranked the #1 firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group and Verdantas employees , you won't be just joining a firm; you'll be investing in your future.What You'll DoProvide technical support to senior staff for geotechnical and multidisciplinary projects.Assist with proposal preparation, field and laboratory investigation planning, scope development, and coordination of field/site work and staffing under the supervision of senior staffConduct geotechnical evaluations, engineering analyses, calculations, and computer modeling for foundations, retaining walls, pavement, and earth structuresFollow internal quality assurance and quality control procedures to ensure high‑quality deliverablesPerform field exploration activities, including borehole logging, soil sample classification, and groundwater condition documentationDevelop data tables, figures, logs, specifications, design plans, construction documents, and other project deliverablesPrepare and contribute to technical reports summarizing research, findings, recommendations, and conclusionsEnsure the team follows internal and client safety guidelinesCapable of executing small to medium simple projects and contributing to a team with senior oversight on larger or more complex projectsProvide guidance and supervision for junior staff, fostering a collaborative and growth‑oriented work environmentWork closely with senior engineers and project managers to gain technical and management experiencePerform general field tasks such as site reconnaissance, field observations, measurements, photographic documentation, and pre‑marking for explorationsPeriodically support our field services and civil engineering teams during construction by assisting with consultation, submittals, RFI’s, and monitoring/evaluation of foundation installation, geotechnical‑related site work, and other activitiesWhat You BringBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; graduate degree (Master's or Doctorate) with an emphasis on geotechnical engineering preferred4 – 8 years of relevant experienceNCEES Engineer in Training (EIT) certification required; PE licensure preferred with the ability to apply for reciprocity in other statesKnowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, practices, and design, with the ability to apply this expertise to project‑related issuesFamiliarity with AASHTO and USACE design manualsFamiliarity with the International Building Code and ASCE 7‑16 and/or 7‑22Familiarity with the design and construction of shallow and deep foundations, ground improvement methods, retaining structures, earth structures, and skills to assist senior staff with project managementProficiency in discipline‑specific design and analysis software (e.g., Slide2, Settle 3, LPILE, APILE, SHAFT, GRLWEAP, MFAD, Shoring Suite, DeepEx, Mathcad, gINT, BoreDM, Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and ArcGIS )Strong analytical skills and sound judgment in evaluating engineering problems and making decisionsAbility to work independently, accountability, attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization of responsibilitiesWillingness to work in the field up to an estimated 25% of the time, with occasional travelEffective communication skillsMust be able to carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 80 lbs. occasionally with or without accommodation, sometimes over substantial distancesValid Driver’s License requiredSalary Range The starting salary for this position is $85,000, with final compensation determined based on years of experience, qualifications, location, and licensing status.BenefitsFlexible Work EnvironmentPaid Parental LeaveMedicalDentalVisionLife and AD&D InsuranceShort‑Term and Long‑Term Disability401(k) with Company MatchPaid Time Off + HolidaysVerdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vetReady to take the next exciting step in your career journey? Dive into our current job openings and discover the perfect opportunity waiting just for you. Explore our diverse range of roles across various departments and embark on a path towards growth, innovation, and success. 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