Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Overview

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UES is a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection. We collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at

Are you a driven Geotechnical Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a capable individual to manage projects, mentor staff, and build strong client relationships while delivering top-tier geotechnical solutions.

• Analysis & Design:
  Perform analyses such as bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, and seepage.
• Develop recommendations for shallow, deep, and mat foundations (e.g., LPILE, Settle3).
• Conduct project-specific pavement design.
• Assess seismic response and liquefaction.
• Simulate soil-structure interaction and ground improvement.
• Perform groundwater flow and seepage analyses (e.g., MODFLOW, SEEP/W, Anaqsim).
• Construction Support:
  Review submittals, conduct QA/QC, and provide field support during construction.
• Observe compaction, instrumentation, and pile driving.
• Utilize digital tools for documentation and collaboration.
• Reporting & Documentation:
  Prepare geotechnical reports, design memos, and technical specifications.
• Summarize lab and field test results.
• Develop borehole logs, profiles, and cross-sections.
• Design & Drafting:
  Create technical drawings using Autodesk products.
• Data Analysis & Visualization:
  Perform data analysis and modeling in Excel, MATLAB, Python, or R; use ArcGIS/QGIS for geospatial analysis and mapping.
• Leadership & Professional Development:
  Mentor junior engineers and field staff; maintain knowledge of IBC, AASHTO, and DOT standards; pursue or uphold PE licensure and advanced geotechnical knowledge.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering (required);
  Master’s in Civil Engineering (preferred).
• Licensure:
  Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.). (Ability to obtain within 1 year of employment)
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in industry-standard geotechnical software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Additional:
  Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. See our full EEO Statement here.