Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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S&ME is looking for an experienced and driven Senior Geotechnical Engineer for our Geotechnical team in New Albany, Indiana. This is an opportunity to take ownership of impactful work, apply your expertise to complex engineering challenges, and continue developing your career within a collaborative and growth‑focused environment.

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will serve as a technical and project leader, guiding geotechnical projects from early planning through final delivery while upholding high standards for safety, quality, and performance. You will apply advanced knowledge of subsurface investigations, analysis, and design to develop sound, practical solutions for challenging site conditions. In this role, you’ll work closely with clients and project partners, contribute to business development initiatives, and help strengthen long‑term client relationships.

You’ll also play a key role in mentoring junior engineers, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and refining processes to improve efficiency and consistency, supporting both individual development and the continued growth of the team.

• Geotechnical Analysis & Design:
  Perform and oversee advanced evaluations related to foundations, settlement, slope stability, and earth support systems, and recommend appropriate ground improvement or mitigation methods.
• Project & Client
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with clients, contractors, and internal teams to support successful project execution while providing guidance, feedback, and mentorship to junior staff.
• Reporting & Proposal Development:
  Produce clear, well‑organized technical reports, contribute to project proposals, and support marketing and relationship‑building activities.
• Leadership & Quality Focus:
  Promote best practices by maintaining compliance with company standards, emphasizing safety, risk management, schedule adherence, and quality control throughout all phases of work.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, Mining, or a related engineering field.
• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience in the A/E/C industry.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one.
• Strong proficiency in computer skills, including a minimum of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options.
• Wellness Program - $50 off per month on your 2027 premiums.
• Pet Insurance.
• Term Life & Long‑Term Care Coverage – available Spring 2026.
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover options.
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave.
• Mentorship & Career Development Programs.
• Credential Incentive Program – rewarded for advancing your skills.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card for project‑based roles.
• $2,000 Employee Referral Bonus and more.

This full‑time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk‑ins are accepted.