Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) is looking for a passionate and experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our Wilkes-Barre, PA office. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and supportive environment, we want to hear from you!
We're seeking candidates with a background in Geology or Civil Engineering and hands-on experience in geotechnical investigations and construction observation/testing, particularly in the following areas:
🔹 Earthwork, foundation, and construction materials testing
🔹 Subsurface investigations (borings, test pits), analysis of logs, lab results, and design plans
🔹 Calculations related to bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, earth pressure, and pavement design
🔹 Preparation of detailed geotechnical reports
This role offers the opportunity to grow into advanced responsibilities such as:
✔ Retaining wall and slope stability design
✔ Pavement and foundation design
✔ Subsurface condition assessments
✔ Project and client management
What You’ll Need:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering
FE certification (preferred), PE license (a plus)
Strong communication and technical writing skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Experience with CADD (preferred)
At GTA, you'll collaborate with a team of experts who are passionate about solving complex geotechnical challenges and making a lasting impact on the communities we serve.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
We believe in taking care of our team—professionally, personally, and everything in between. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:
- Competitive Salary with generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to support your work-life balance
- Annual Bonus Potential – your hard work deserves to be rewarded
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – including Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Peace of Mind – with Company-paid Life Insurance and both Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Invest in Your Future – through our 401(k) with Company Match
- Education Assistance Program – helping you continue to grow and learn
- Employee Assistance Program – free access to short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and more
- Peak Health Wellness Plan – personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support
- Stay Connected & Inspired – with free memberships to professional societies
- Professional Development – Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training to help you reach your goals
- Referral Bonuses – bring great people on board and get rewarded
- Recognition That Matters – we celebrate achievements big and small with our Employee Recognition Program
- Team Spirit & Fun – enjoy company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment
Ready to build your future with us? Apply today!
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What We Do
Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) was incorporated in 1985 and employs more than 500 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. GTA focuses on geotechnical issues such as subsurface exploration, geotechnical and foundation engineering; groundwater resource and wastewater disposal issues; construction observation and materials testing; environmental issues from environmental assessments through management of remediation for contaminated water and soil; and natural resource services ranging from natural resource inventories to federal and state permit processing. Superior delivery of service and creative solutions complement our capabilities and collective commitment to our clients.
We provide these services for a wide range of projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Midwest regions. Our 21 office locations include: Quakertown, York, Wilkes-Barre, and Pittsburgh Metro, PA; Northeastern, OH; Somerset and Little Ferry, NJ; Abingdon, Baltimore, Laurel, Frederick, and Waldorf, MD; New Castle and Georgetown, DE; Richmond and Sterling, VA; Nashville, TN; Charlotte and Raleigh, NC and Greenville, SC (GTA Associates, Inc.); and Orlando, FL.
Project types include: residential, retail, office, data centers, warehouse, industrial, energy, government, institutional, and recreational facilities. We also provide infrastructure design and improvement projects including roads, bridges, retaining walls, dams, landfills, and utilities.
Accreditations: AASHTO and Army Corps of Engineers accredited soil, aggregate, and concrete laboratory facilities.
We realize that our greatest asset is our people. We encourage our employees to reach their full potential, both personally and professionally, and offer the foundation, tools, and resources for them to excel, which in turn provides optimum results for our clients.
