Geotechnical Engineer

• Coordinate and carry out geotechnical investigations
• Supervise implementation of geotechnical designs and construction monitoring services
• Conduct engineering assessments for slope instability, landslide susceptibility, risk assessments, soil characteristics, factor of safety, and slip surfaces
• Plan and manage field exploration and subsurface characterization
• Perform foundation, settlement, bearing-capacity, slope-stability, retaining-wall, and earthwork analyses
• Provide recommendations for foundation systems, pavements, site grading, and ground improvement
• Provide construction-phase support, including observation, testing coordination, and resolution of geotechnical issues
• Develop recommendations for geotechnical instrumentation installation and monitoring
• Coordinate with drillers and geotechnical laboratories
• Review, QA/QC, and assess laboratory results
• Write technical and geotechnical reports
• Plan and supervise field investigations, including borings, SPT, and test pits
• Analyze laboratory and field data to develop soil parameters
• Interface with clients, project managers, and contractors during design and construction
• Review construction submittals, perform site visits, and observe foundation installations
• Mentor junior engineers and field technicians
• Report to the Regional Manager of Geotechnical Engineering Services

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas, or the ability to obtain Texas licensure within an appropriate timeframe is preferred
• 5+ years of professional work experience in geotechnical engineering
• Local Texas experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and geotechnical analysis
• Experience with Slope/W, GINT, Plaxis, Uni-Settle, L-Pile, and A-Pile
• Familiarity with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Google Earth, and Microsoft products
• Familiarity with ASTM/AASHTO testing standards and Texas construction practices
• Experience with soil logging and field investigation techniques, including auger drilling and sonic drilling
• Experience interpreting field and laboratory geotechnical data
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Valid Class C driver’s license in good standing
• Willingness to travel to project sites and conduct occasional fieldwork
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Demonstrates expertise in geotechnical engineering, including soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and geotechnical analysis, with a strong ability to conduct field investigations and provide technical recommendations. Proficient in managing projects, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful geotechnical investigations and construction monitoring.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil Mechanics
• Foundation Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License
• Field Investigation Techniques

• Geotechnical Analysis
• Slope Stability Analysis
• Foundation Design
• Soil Logging
• Risk Assessment
• Construction Monitoring
• Technical Report Writing
• Data Analysis