Geotechnical Staff Engineer
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Job Description: At Penn E&R, we empower professionals to create lasting, positive impact through environmental remediation, civil engineering design, and regulatory guidance that protect ecosystems, restore land, and improve infrastructure. Whether you're cleaning up a former industrial site or designing a stormwater management system for a new development, your work here contributes to a safer, more sustainable world.
Bring your creativity, resourcefulness, and drive to Penn E&R, where every day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and lead. Ready to take on what’s next? Let’s make it happen together!
Penn E&R is seeking a full-time Geotechnical Staff Engineer . While you will be based out of our Pittsburgh, PA or Doylestown, PA office, we offer hybrid flexibility. You will have the opportunity to perform a wide range of tasks across all of Penn E&R’s market sectors and be expected to perform both office-based and field-based assignments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support geotechnical investigation programs including planning, permitting, subcontractor coordination, implementation, field data collection, and oversight, data reporting.
- Perform geotechnical engineering analyses and design calculations for foundations, soil/rock slope stability, settlements, temporary excavation support systems, retaining walls etc.
- Perform geologic and seismic hazard evaluations.
- Write technical reports and other documents explaining the rationale for pertinent analyses, designs, and recommendations.
- Assist with the preparation of construction drawings, and specifications for geotechnical infrastructure.
- Work as integral member of the engineering team on complex, multi-discipline projects.
Qualifications include:
- BS in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering.
- MS in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
- Completion of relevant coursework in geotechnical engineering, soil and rock mechanics, subsurface investigation methods.
- 2-3 years of relevant industry experience.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
- Competence in geotechnical analysis software such as SLIDE, SETTLE3, RSPIile, LPILE, SEEP/W etc.
- Ability to move up to 60 pounds.
- A valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to manage a number of concurrent assignments and priorities.
- Strong analytical and technical communication skills.
- Willingness to work in the field and travel for short-term/long-term assignments.
We know that great work happens when people feel supported both on and off the job. That’s why we offer balance and benefits that support you.
• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses.
- Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
- Paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible.
- A strong commitment to field and office safety.
- A stable, growing company with local roots and regional impact.
From Penn Environmental & Remediation Inc.'s careers page (Workday), checked 30 Oct 2026.
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Posted 10 Sept 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job