Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee‑owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 professionals that provides a full range of multi‑disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT is currently seeking a full‑time Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our company wide geotechnical design practice. This position is based in our newly relocated and growing office in the Easton area of Columbus, OH. The role will support a variety of project types, including many high‑profile projects across our company footprint in highways, bridges, aviation, rail & transit, marine and ports, water and wastewater, dams and levees, and buildings and facilities markets.

• Responsible for management and oversight of geotechnical investigations
• Develop and implement subsurface investigation programs comprising test borings, cone penetrometers, dilatometers, and geophysical surveys
• Perform engineering analysis of soils and rock for design of shallow and deep foundation systems, slope stability, excavations, permanent and temporary retaining systems, dewatering systems, and soil improvement
• Prepare geotechnical reports and memoranda
• Prepare construction documents including plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Respond to requests for qualifications and proposals
• Assist in marketing efforts for growth and development of the geotechnical engineering practice in the Ohio and Pennsylvania Region
• Conduct and manage on‑site geotechnical inspection and engineering services during construction

• Perform other related duties as assigned

• BS degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in geotechnical courses
• 5 to 10+ years of geotechnical engineering experience, including analysis, report writing, and proposal preparation
• Experience with geotechnical software such as gINT, SLIDE, SETTLE3, LPILE, ALLPILE, ReSSA, etc., and LRFD design
• Strong problem‑solving ability in both office and field environments, with a record of developing innovative solutions to geotechnical challenges
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with team members, clients, and contractors
• Capacity for field assignments that may require walking and climbing through steep slopes or other natural obstacles
• Capability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic, fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
• Coordination experience with clients, contractors, outside consultants, and firm staff
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• MS degree in Geotechnical Engineering
• Professional Engineer certification preferred
• Proficiency in Micro Station/CADD preferred
• Experience working on Federal, State, County, and local projects, including ODOT, PennDOT, and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time; it is generally sedentary but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate, with no hazardous or unpleasant environmental conditions. Field work is required on occasion, which may involve outdoor conditions such as heat/cold, wet/humid, or dry/arid. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company‑paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more…

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.