Geotechnical Applications Engineer

Glavel
Glavel

IT

Burlington, VT, USA

USD 70k-80k / year + Equity

Posted on Jul 30, 2026

Geotechnical Applications Engineer

Burlington, VT 05401
$70,000 - $80,000 a year - Full-time

Job details

Pay

  • $70,000 - $80,000 a year

Job type

  • Full-time
 

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Stock options
 

Full job description

Job Description

The Geotechnical Applications Engineer will play a pivotal role in advancing the adoption of foamed glass aggregate (FGA) in commercial and infrastructure construction projects in North America. As a geotechnical expert on FGA, the Geotechnical Applications Engineer will have a deep understanding of FGA’s applications, uses, and product specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Provide geotechnical project support to ensure the implementation of FGA throughout project design and construction.
  • Conduct ASTM testing and obtain approvals for municipal and Department of Transportation projects.
  • Manage submittals for infrastructure and commercial construction projects.
  • Work closely with the Director of Sales and Marketing to meet revenue and profitability targets.
  • Converse with DOT engineers with familiarity in typical infrastructure applications.
  • Engage with decision makers to drive the adoption of FGA.
  • Identify and capitalize on opportunities to promote FGA in relevant industries.
  • Serve as the technical subject matter expert for FGA during calls, presentations, and other events.
  • Partner with the marketing team to create compelling assets, presentations, and product documentation.
  • Represent Glavel on job sites to ensure safe and effective product delivery.
  • Address and resolve technical issues and customer concerns during installation processes.
  • Help identify projects using alternative lightweight fill and convert them to FGA.

Qualifications

  • BS in Civil Engineering with coursework or concentration in Geotechnical Engineering (MS preferred but not required), with several years relevant experience.
  • Understanding and interest in soil mechanics, embankments, settlement reduction, lightweight fill design, bridge abutments, MSE wall backfill, and slope stabilization.
  • Detailed understanding of commercial and infrastructure construction management.
  • Experience managing submittals and value engineering proposals.
  • Demonstrated understanding of lightweight fill applications (MSE walls, bridge abutments, etc).
  • Strong network of industry contacts throughout the public and private sector.
  • Excitement for sustainability and innovation in construction.
  • EIT certification or progress toward PE preferred.

Benefits:

  • Attractive stock option plan
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Managed PTO and holidays.
  • Coworking out of in Burlington, VT. All Hula benefits are included such as a gym, cafeteria, events, discounts, access to bike paths, etc.

Compensation

  • $70,000 - $80,000

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person