Earthworks Engineer

Our company is a leader in delivering innovative and sustainable engineering solutions. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in heavy civil construction and land development. We foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, empowering our professionals to tackle complex challenges and grow their careers. By joining us, you become part of a team that values technical excellence and builds the infrastructure of tomorrow.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan and strategically design large-scale earthmoving operations for diverse projects in heavy civil, mining, and land development sectors.

- Execute precise cut-and-fill volume calculations, ensuring optimal site balancing and meticulous material management throughout the project lifecycle.

- Develop comprehensive mass grading plans and detailed construction sequencing to maximize operational efficiency and uphold the highest safety standards.

- Specify rigorous soil compaction requirements and oversee robust QA/QC programs, including various compaction testing methods and reporting.

- Design and direct the implementation of advanced soil stabilization and ground improvement strategies—especially for challenging geotechnical conditions.

- Manage complex construction dewatering plans and systems, leveraging your deep knowledge of hydrology to mitigate site water issues effectively.

- Conduct detailed mass haul analysis using tools like AGTEK to optimize heavy equipment usage, streamline logistics, and shorten project timelines.

- Collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams (including surveyors, structural engineers, and project managers) to ensure total design integrity from concept to completion.

Qualifications & Skills

- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is considered highly advantageous.

- A proven track record of 5+ years in a dedicated role as an Earthworks Engineer, Grading Engineer, or Geotechnical Engineer with a portfolio of large-scale projects.

- Expert-level proficiency in modern earthwork design software, specifically AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center.

- Deep, practical understanding of soil mechanics, advanced grading design principles, and slope stability analysis software.

- Tangible experience with heavy construction equipment, contemporary earthmoving methods, and their practical application in the field.

- You possess exceptional analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to interpret complex geotechnical reports and raw survey data to inform your designs.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, capable of articulating intricate technical plans to both technical and non-technical stakeholders with clarity and confidence.

- This position is open to remote work arrangements for highly qualified candidates located within the United States.