Principal Engineer
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Atlanta, GA
Private Equity-Backed | Industry-Leading Growth | Leadership Role
We're partnering with one of the Southeast's fastest-growing geotechnical firms to bring on a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Atlanta - someone ready to lead, build, and make their mark in a company that rewards impact with autonomy, ownership, and upside.
What You'll Do:
Lead high-impact geotechnical projects across transportation, industrial, commercial, and public infrastructure sectors
Serve as a technical authority and trusted advisor to clients and internal teams
Mentor junior engineers and support team development
Play a key role in business development, client strategy, and proposal work
What's on Offer:
A seat at the table: influence direction, not just deliverables
Strong bonus structure, performance-linked incentives
Pathways to ownership - equity and stock options available
Truck allowance, full benefits, disability, and 401k matching
Support from one of the best back-office and lab setups in the region
Who You Are:
PE-licensed geotechnical engineer with 12+ years of experience
Comfortable leading teams and engaging clients
Skilled in deep foundations, earth retention, settlement analysis, and complex soil-structure interaction
Ready for a long-term leadership role in a growing Atlanta office
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your resume and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organizations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.Â
That's why we recommend registering your resume so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.Â
Yes, we help with resume and interview preparation. From customized support on how to optimize your resume to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.