About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering — Environment & Health (Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Company Description

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Our confidential client’s Environment & Health market is growing its geotechnical and geoenvironmental design practice. The team in Syracuse, NY is seeking an entry-level Associate Geotechnical Engineer to assist with geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering designs and to collaborate with multi-discipline project teams to deliver safe, compliant, and sustainable solutions.

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What You’ll Do

As an Associate Geotechnical Engineer (entry-level to early career), you will:

• Assist in the preparation of geotechnical engineering designs for:
  • Shallow foundation systems
  • Deep foundation systems
  • Retaining walls and excavation/shoring systems
  • Slope stability analysis and design
• Assist in the preparation of geoenvironmental remedial designs for:
  • Landfills
  • Manufactured Gas Plant (MGP) sites
  • Federal and State Superfund projects
• Provide field oversight on drill rigs conducting geotechnical investigations
• Communicate with internal project teams and external clients to support project delivery
• Follow and promote safety philosophies, policies, and procedures to help prevent accidents

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Qualifications

Specific skills and qualifications include:

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with concentration in Geotechnical Engineering preferred; or Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• 0–5 years’ experience in geotechnical and/or geoenvironmental design (entry-level candidates are welcome)
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) / Engineer-in-Training (EIT) exam
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of geotechnical design software (examples: Ensoft, Geo-Slope, DeepEX)
• Familiarity with State and Federal environmental regulations and guidance
• Experience supporting geotechnical design and construction projects
• Commitment to jobsite and office safety practices

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Compensation & Benefits

• Anticipated base salary range: $58,416 to $73,020 per year (range reflects expected compensation at time of posting; actual pay may vary by location, experience, education, and internal equity). This position may be eligible for bonus, overtime, or other forms of compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support well-being, professional development, and work–life balance.
• The confidential client supports sustainable practices and offers a flexible work approach as part of an inclusive culture.

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Location & Employment Type

• Work location: Syracuse, NY (Onondaga County)
• Employment type: Full-time
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis; no visa sponsorship is available for this role.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities during the application and hiring process — please let us know if adjustments are needed.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.