Geotechnical Engineering Specialist

Conduct geotechnical investigations, site assessments, and subsurface explorations to support infrastructure, transportation, and building projects. Analyze soil, rock, and groundwater conditions and prepare detailed geotechnical reports with design recommendations. Perform geotechnical design calculations for foundations, retaining structures, slope stability, and ground improvement techniques. Provide technical support during construction, including reviewing submittals, performing field observations, and resolving geotechnical challenges. Assist in preparing geotechnical engineering reports, specifications, and contract documents to support design and construction.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives and compliance standards are met.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering;
Master’s degree or higher preferred. Minimum of 2 years of geotechnical engineering experience supporting transportation, infrastructure, and building projects. Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain within one year. Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software (e.g., gINT, SLOPE/W, LPILE, PLAXIS 2D or 3D) and standard office applications. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce clear, concise technical reports and presentations.

$91,976.90 - $

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities.

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