A.C.Coy Company

Geotechnical Engineer

A.C.Coy Company
Posted 10/20/2026full-timePittsburgh • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in geotechnical engineering, including project analysis, design, and field data evaluation. Proficient in using industry-standard software and tools while providing mentorship and technical guidance to team members.

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Geotechnical Engineering ExperienceProfessional Engineering LicenseProficiency in Slide, PYWall, LPile, and gINTMicrosoft Office ProficiencyUnderstanding of ASTM Tests

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Oversee and perform analysis and design of various geotechnical projects
  • Assist in planning geotechnical investigations
  • Coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work
  • Occasionally perform laboratory technician duties, including on-site sampling and drilling inspection
  • Evaluate field sampling data and direct adjustments when necessary
  • Interpret and evaluate laboratory and field data for inclusion in written reports
  • Perform mathematical calculations and engineering formulas
  • Serve as a technical advisor and mentor to laboratory technicians and other project team members

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Geoscience
  • Five or more years of experience in the geotechnical engineering field
  • A valid drivers’ license and daily access to a motor vehicle
  • Ability to perform sustained walking, bending, twisting, standing, reaching, and medium to heavy work, including lifting 40 or more pounds
  • Experience with Slide, PYWall, LPile, and gINT
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word and Excel, including entering, analyzing, and testing data
  • Good understanding of usual soil and material ASTM tests for the transportation industry
  • Flexibility to accommodate extended travel, including overnights, if required
  • Professional Engineering License in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or ability to obtain within 60 days (preferred)
  • Experience with OpenRoads Designer, Civil 3D, and ProjectWise (preferred)
  • No C2C or sponsorship; candidates must live in Pittsburgh

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Hard Skills
Geotechnical AnalysisProject DesignField Data EvaluationMathematical CalculationsLaboratory TestingOn-Site SamplingDrilling Inspection
Soft Skills
MentoringTechnical AdvisingCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
SlidePYWallLPileGINTOpenRoads DesignerCivil 3DProjectWise
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or GeoscienceProfessional Engineering License in Pennsylvania
Industry Keywords
Geotechnical ProjectsField Sampling DataASTM TestsTransportation Industry