Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer

## Company Description **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. ## Job Description **AECOM** is seeking an **Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer** to be based in **Germantown, MD.** *This position is expected to begin in Summer/Fall 2026.* The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, those listed below: - Assist in the planning, execution and oversight of geotechnical field exploration and laboratory test programs. - Evaluate subsurface conditions to determine geotechnical engineering properties and parameters of soil and bedrock. - Perform geotechnical analyses for shallow foundations including bearing capacity, sliding and settlement. - Conduct seepage and stability analyses for dams, levees, tunnels and natural and man-made slopes. - Design deep foundations for buildings, bridges, tanks, and other structures. - Design pavements, retaining walls, sheet piles, and other structures. - Perform liquefaction analysis, site class assessment and seismic hazard analysis. - Assist in the preparation of geotechnical data reports, geotechnical design reports, memoranda and technical specifications. - Coordinate with other in-house engineering disciplines as needed. - Oversee subsurface investigation programs and adhere to AECOM's safety culture. - Participate in construction oversight and geotechnical exploration. - Travel domestically and internationally for project needs. ## Qualifications **Minimum Requirements:** - Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with strong coursework in Geotechnical Engineering, soil mechanics, and foundation engineering or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience. - Must have a valid U.S driver’s license and as a condition of employment, must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review. - Ability to work in inclement weather and lift up to 50 lbs. - Willing to travel domestically and internationally 50% of the time. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in Geotechnical Engineering. - Ability to adhere to project schedules and budgets. - EIT Certification. - Basic knowledge of industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD, gINT, MathCAD, OpenGround). ## Additional Information - Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position. - Relocation is not available for this position. - Occasional travel to project sites, client meetings, and/or professional conferences is required. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. ***To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.*** **About AECOM** AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, w…