Company Overview

2MNEXT provides geotechnical engineering and construction project management services in Atlanta, Georgia, and the Southeastern United States. We have experience serving a wide range of clients, including private, public, and governmental entities. Our specialists also work regularly with contractors, manufacturers, and utilities. We take great pride in providing continued professional services to developers, architects, engineers, and owners.

WORKING AT 2MNEXT

2MNEXT is a great place to work! We are committed to maintaining a positive and fun work environment for our team. We invest in our staff with yearly performance bonuses, raises, employee events, and paid training and development.

Job Description

Position Title: Geotechnical Engineer

Department: Geotech

Reports to: Geotech Lead

Employment Status: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Geotechnical Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in geotechnical engineering and demonstrate expertise in Construction Materials Testing (CMT). This role combines fieldwork, laboratory testing, and engineering design to support a variety of infrastructure and construction projects. Ability to manage resources and lead others. Gifted in getting things and making things happened.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Geotechnical Engineering

• Conduct geotechnical investigations, including site exploration, soil and rock sampling, and logging of subsurface conditions.
• Prepare geotechnical reports with recommendations for foundations, retaining structures, slope stability, and pavement design.
• Perform geotechnical analysis using industry-standard software for settlement, bearing capacity, and lateral earth pressure.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop cost-effective engineering solutions.
  
  

Construction Materials Testing (CMT)

• Perform field testing and inspection of construction materials such as soil, asphalt, and aggregates.
• Review and interpret test results to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Prepare daily field reports documenting test results, observations, and non-compliance issues.
• Coordinate with contractors and project managers to resolve construction material-related issues.
  
  

Project Coordination & Communication

• Serve as deputy for business unit including management of people and resources, working with clients for additional business development, representing business unit as subject matter expert.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives are met.
• Support senior engineers with proposal preparation, project planning, and technical review.
• Train junior staff and technicians in geotechnical and CMT methodologies.
  
  

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
  
  

Experience

• 3-5 years of professional experience in geotechnical engineering and/or construction materials testing.
• Proven track record of conducting field investigations, geotechnical analyses, and/or construction materials testing.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience via project leadership, people leadership, mentoring/coaching, piers or subordinates with direct reports
  
  

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in geotechnical engineering software (e.g., GeoStudio, gINT, Slide, etc.).
• Experience with testing equipment for soil, concrete, and asphalt.
• Strong understanding of ASTM, AASHTO, and other relevant standards.
  
  

Other Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to job sites as needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven track record managing resources that don’t report to you in a project management role
  
  

Preferred Qualifications (knowledge, Skills, And Abilities)

• Experience with laboratory testing of soils and materials.
• Knowledge of construction techniques and inspection protocols.
• Familiarity with CAD or GIS tools for site layout and reporting.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Position entails work in both indoor and outdoor environments with potential exposure to weather conditions.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the required functions.

• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
• Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations
• Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language, including the ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood.
  
  

Employee Benefits

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Company-sponsored training and development
• Full company-sponsored benefits package (medical, dental, vision, LTD, Life)
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off
• 8 company paid holidays
• Biweekly pay with direct deposit
  
  

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

2MNEXT provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.