The Foth Companies
Project Geotechnical Engineer
The Foth Companies, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
About Foth
Foth is a 100% member‑owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 30 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values‑based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities.
Role Overview Foth is hiring a Geotechnical Engineer to support a variety of environmentally related projects. This role requires strong technical expertise in geotechnical engineering, focusing on the design and analysis of earth structures, marine foundations, and heavy‑lift foundation support. The candidate will assess soil and rock conditions to ensure stable foundations and safe infrastructure, addressing environmental aspects and collaborating with multi‑discipline teams. Work may be remote, hybrid, or in‑office with up to 25% travel.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead project design through technical reports, geotechnical calculations, analysis, and modeling.
Provide design, construction observation, and finite element analysis for earth structures and foundations.
Perform geotechnical analysis, design calculations, and ensure soil stability for heavy civil, upland, and in‑water environmental remediation projects.
Conduct pile driving analysis, dynamic pile testing, CAPWAP, and collaborate with structural engineers to create complementary foundation designs.
Evaluate soil and rock properties, load‑bearing capacity, and ground improvement, addressing environmental impacts and ensuring sustainable practices.
Collect data, analyze slope stability, manage groundwater, and assess geotechnical risks; use tools such as AutoCAD for design and decision making.
Assist with proposals, reports, and project phases; coordinate tasks, review junior staff work, and ensure high‑quality deliverables.
Prepare design calculations, develop field sampling plans, coordinate field work, provide construction observations, and perform site visits.
Prepare permit documents for mine site development, dam safety, closure, reclamation, and financial assurance.
Prepare proposals, budgets, and work plans, and manage subcontractor/vendor contracts.
Act as technical lead overseeing other engineers, geologists, and consultants.
Required Qualifications
7+ years with an engineering consulting firm performing civil engineering work with a geotechnical focus in heavy civil design and construction.
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field.
Professional Engineering Certification (PE).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field.
Experience designing waterfront facilities including pile, steel sheet, and slurry wall improvements.
Experience designing retaining walls, shallow and deep foundations including spread footings, drilled piers, piles, and caissons.
Experience designing dredging, slope stability, and in‑water capping aspects of remediation projects.
Why Foth
Established Reputation: 100% member‑owned with 85 years of success.
Dynamic Culture: values‑based, client‑centered, flexible work environment and ample professional growth opportunities.
Challenging Projects: diverse and exciting projects promote continuous professional growth and development.
Benefits & Compensation Base compensation ranges from $80,000 to $120,000 per year, varying with experience, location, and certifications. Eligible members may receive bonuses, and all employees are offered medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off benefits. For detailed compensation and benefits, contact the recruiting team.
EEO Statement All Foth Companies are equal‑opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco‑free. Applicants who receive an offer will undergo drug testing within two business days of acceptance, at the company’s expense.
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Role Overview Foth is hiring a Geotechnical Engineer to support a variety of environmentally related projects. This role requires strong technical expertise in geotechnical engineering, focusing on the design and analysis of earth structures, marine foundations, and heavy‑lift foundation support. The candidate will assess soil and rock conditions to ensure stable foundations and safe infrastructure, addressing environmental aspects and collaborating with multi‑discipline teams. Work may be remote, hybrid, or in‑office with up to 25% travel.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead project design through technical reports, geotechnical calculations, analysis, and modeling.
Provide design, construction observation, and finite element analysis for earth structures and foundations.
Perform geotechnical analysis, design calculations, and ensure soil stability for heavy civil, upland, and in‑water environmental remediation projects.
Conduct pile driving analysis, dynamic pile testing, CAPWAP, and collaborate with structural engineers to create complementary foundation designs.
Evaluate soil and rock properties, load‑bearing capacity, and ground improvement, addressing environmental impacts and ensuring sustainable practices.
Collect data, analyze slope stability, manage groundwater, and assess geotechnical risks; use tools such as AutoCAD for design and decision making.
Assist with proposals, reports, and project phases; coordinate tasks, review junior staff work, and ensure high‑quality deliverables.
Prepare design calculations, develop field sampling plans, coordinate field work, provide construction observations, and perform site visits.
Prepare permit documents for mine site development, dam safety, closure, reclamation, and financial assurance.
Prepare proposals, budgets, and work plans, and manage subcontractor/vendor contracts.
Act as technical lead overseeing other engineers, geologists, and consultants.
Required Qualifications
7+ years with an engineering consulting firm performing civil engineering work with a geotechnical focus in heavy civil design and construction.
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field.
Professional Engineering Certification (PE).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field.
Experience designing waterfront facilities including pile, steel sheet, and slurry wall improvements.
Experience designing retaining walls, shallow and deep foundations including spread footings, drilled piers, piles, and caissons.
Experience designing dredging, slope stability, and in‑water capping aspects of remediation projects.
Why Foth
Established Reputation: 100% member‑owned with 85 years of success.
Dynamic Culture: values‑based, client‑centered, flexible work environment and ample professional growth opportunities.
Challenging Projects: diverse and exciting projects promote continuous professional growth and development.
Benefits & Compensation Base compensation ranges from $80,000 to $120,000 per year, varying with experience, location, and certifications. Eligible members may receive bonuses, and all employees are offered medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off benefits. For detailed compensation and benefits, contact the recruiting team.
EEO Statement All Foth Companies are equal‑opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco‑free. Applicants who receive an offer will undergo drug testing within two business days of acceptance, at the company’s expense.
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