Senior Geotechnical Engineer​/Project Manager

Job Description

Take Your Geotechnical Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Geotechnical team is looking for you! From earthquake and seismic engineering to the latest trenchless technology methods, Kleinfelder's Geotechnical Services support the planning, engineering, and construction of complex projects, and our specialists are leading experts in their fields.

Kleinfelder is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Project Manager in the Mid-Atlantic Region. This position will be based in Exton, PA.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a role where they can execute project work, partner with senior geotechnical engineers, provide mentorship to junior staff, and engage with clients. On the job you would be expected to:

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team to prepare proposals and execute projects;
• Safely coordinate and execute field exploration programs, construction observation, and associated documentation;
• Complete engineering analysis including soil and rock classification; shallow and deep foundation capacity, immediate and consolidation settlement; slope stability analysis, geohazard evaluation, ground improvement, and earth retention systems;
• Partner with internal and external multidisciplinary teams during project development;
• Prepare Geotechnical Engineering reports;
• Prepare construction specifications and drawings;
• Be actively involved during the construction phase of projects;
• Positively interact with client representatives; and
• Develop scope of work, project budgets, work breakdown structures, and schedules.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/geotechnical engineering;
• 10+ years of geotechnical engineering experience;
• Positive work attitude and ability to work safely and efficiently when managing multiple tasks;
• Ability to work independently and with a team;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Working knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Power Point;
• Experience with geotechnical software packages including L-Pile, Uni-pile, SHAFT, gINT, GRL WEAP, GEO STUDIO, and FAD preferred;
• Clean driving record and ability to pass a drug test required.

• Master's degree;
• PE license;
• Candidate within commuting distance of Exton, PA.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Kleinfelder is committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee opportunities to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)