Mid Level Associate Geotechnical Engineer Jobs
Mid level associate geotechnical engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own subsurface investigation programs, interpret complex site data independently, and guide junior staff without waiting for direction. Most openings are on-site or hybrid across Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Energy, with employers like ECS Limited, Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, and Accura Engineering and Consulting Services hiring at this level now.
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This Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Geotechnical Engineer to join our Savannah, GA Earth and Environment Team. The ideal candidate will have experience in geotechnical engineering and project management, with a proven ability to deliver complex projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The Geotechnical engineer will oversee all phases of geotechnical projects, from proposal development to execution and closeout, ensuring compliance with industry standards, client requirements, and safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage geotechnical engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery from inception to completion.
- Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
- Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, consultants, and internal teams to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Prepare and review geotechnical investigation plans, laboratory testing programs, and engineering analyses.
- Oversee field investigations, site assessments, and construction monitoring activities.
- Ensure all work complies with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
- Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for clients and regulatory agencies.
- Monitor project progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Mentor and supervise junior staff.
- Maintain effective communication with clients and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
- You may have the flexibility to work remotely with travel to WSP offices or project sites as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geosciences, or a related field.
- 3-5 years experience in geotechnical engineering or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, site characterization, and geotechnical laboratory testing.
- Experience with infrastructure, transportation, or commercial development projects.
- Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong client relationship management skills.
- Experience in proposal writing and business development.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
This Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Geotechnical Engineer to join our Savannah, GA Earth and Environment Team. The ideal candidate will have experience in geotechnical engineering and project management, with a proven ability to deliver complex projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The Geotechnical engineer will oversee all phases of geotechnical projects, from proposal development to execution and closeout, ensuring compliance with industry standards, client requirements, and safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage geotechnical engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery from inception to completion.
- Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
- Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, consultants, and internal teams to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Prepare and review geotechnical investigation plans, laboratory testing programs, and engineering analyses.
- Oversee field investigations, site assessments, and construction monitoring activities.
- Ensure all work complies with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
- Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for clients and regulatory agencies.
- Monitor project progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Mentor and supervise junior staff.
- Maintain effective communication with clients and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
- You may have the flexibility to work remotely with travel to WSP offices or project sites as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geosciences, or a related field.
- 3-5 years experience in geotechnical engineering or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, site characterization, and geotechnical laboratory testing.
- Experience with infrastructure, transportation, or commercial development projects.
- Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong client relationship management skills.
- Experience in proposal writing and business development.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Mid Level Associate Geotechnical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level associate geotechnical engineer job?
Position yourself around project ownership, not just task completion. Highlight reports you authored, field investigations you led, and technical decisions you made without close supervision. Demonstrate familiarity with lab testing, slope stability analysis, or foundation design as it applies to your specialty. Employers at this level want engineers who can run a project file from start to deliverable with limited hand-holding.
Which companies hire mid level associate geotechnical engineers?
Companies hiring mid level associate geotechnical engineers right now include ECS Limited, Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, and Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of national geotechnical and civil engineering consulting firms, state transportation agencies, and infrastructure-focused contractors managing active construction portfolios.
Are there remote mid level associate geotechnical engineer jobs?
Yes, though most geotechnical roles require at least some site presence given the fieldwork involved. About 19% of mid level associate geotechnical engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, typically covering report writing, data analysis, and client communication while reserving in-person time for drilling oversight and site assessments.
How do I move up to a mid level associate geotechnical engineer role?
Progression from entry level centers on building a record of increasing responsibility. That means moving from assisting on site investigations to leading them, shifting from drafting sections of reports to authoring full deliverables, and developing the judgment to interpret subsurface data and make recommendations. Taking ownership of smaller projects end to end, earning your PE licensure, and demonstrating consistent technical accuracy are the clearest signals that you are ready for mid level work.
Which industries hire the most mid level associate geotechnical engineers?
Mid Level associate geotechnical engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because they require ongoing subsurface investigation, foundation design, and slope or retaining-wall analysis tied to active capital projects and infrastructure programs.