Professional Geotechnical Engineer

Barry Isett & Associates Inc•Columbia, PA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Barry Isett & Associates (Isett) is an employee-owned multi-discipline engineering/consulting firm headquartered in Allentown, PA, with additional offices throughout eastern and central PA. Isett associates get the opportunity to perform meaningful work that helps enrich our community each and every day. Our company is a values-based organization which has been recognized for its award-winning culture through several regional and statewide programs. Our Geotechnical Engineering team is growing and searching for a licensed Geotechnical Engineer who will manage projects and play a key role assisting our Chief Geotechnical Engineer with the continued development of our staff and client base. This position will be based out of our new Columbia office, opening mid-to-late summer, 2026. Our engineers work on small- and large-scale projects in a variety of markets (including commercial, industrial, residential, institutional, urban redevelopment and waterfront). As a project engineer, you will work with internal and external clients to provide seamless client service and ensure your services are delivered on time, within budget, and correctly.

Requirements

BSCE required
MS in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
PE or PG Registration (depending on prior experience).
Minimum of seven years’ field experience in industry, environmental consulting, or a regulatory environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
Dedication to client satisfaction
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
Current, valid driver’s license
Ability to obtain PA Act 34, 114, and 151 Clearances, as required for PA school projects

Responsibilities

Preparing proposals, technical reports, specifications, and plans.
Performing field inspections of geotechnical and foundation projects.
Executing geotechnical project assignments including, engineering analysis, report preparation, field exploration and laboratory services.
Assisting with designing foundations, retaining walls, and other geotechnical aspects of construction.
Attending design meetings to provide clients with recommendations on project direction.
Providing support during construction including overseeing the installation of deep foundations, soil remediation and/or stabilization, demolition, underpinning, sinkhole remediation, etc.
Ensuring clients’ needs are anticipated and consistently fulfilled.