Geotechnical Engineer PE

Geotechnical Engineer (PE)

Location: 410 Nolen Drive, South Elgin, Illinois 60177 | Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $85,000 – $100,000 per year

Midland Standard Engineering & Testing, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer (PE) to lead and support geotechnical investigations and deliver practical, constructible recommendations. This role includes evaluating soil, rock, and groundwater conditions; performing analyses; and preparing clear reports that support safe, efficient, and cost-effective design and construction. You will collaborate with clients, designers, and field/lab teams from initial investigation through construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare geotechnical reports and technical memoranda, including conclusions and recommendations.
• Plan and oversee subsurface investigations (drilling, sampling, and field testing) and coordinate laboratory testing.
• Analyze subsurface data to support design decisions (e.g., bearing capacity, settlement, lateral earth pressures, slope stability, and deep foundations).
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, design engineers, and field/lab staff to support scope, schedule, and deliverables.
• Conduct site visits and provide construction-phase support, including response to field conditions and RFIs, as needed.
• Communicate geotechnical considerations during design and construction, translating technical concepts into clear guidance for project teams.
• Develop recommendations for:
  • Residential, commercial, and industrial developments
  • Retaining walls, slopes, and earth retention systems
  • Infrastructure (roads, bridges, and utilities)
  • Energy and critical facilities (solar, wind, substations, and treatment plants)
  • Stormwater management and pavement/roadway projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• 5+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation and standard office software (MS Office).
• Ability to perform site visits and occasional field work as needed.

Benefits Package

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities (as applicable)

How to Apply

Please submit your resume to ingris@msetinc.com. Please Include “Geotechnical Engineer (PE)” in the subject line.