Geotechnical Engineer

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We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life.

We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you’re modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next‑generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks.

We are all employee‑owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

HDR is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Transportation Business Group in NY/NJ. They will typically work under and with Senior Geotechnical staff and be responsible for the geotechnical analysis and design or the interpretation and understanding of subsurface conditions of infrastructure projects including but not limited to roadways, retaining walls, bridges, buildings, dams, soils and rock slopes, etc.

Opportunities will exist to participate on high profile infrastructure projects in the Northeast and across the United States. They will also develop subsurface investigation and laboratory testing plans, review boring logs and laboratory data, and design plans for a variety of geotechnical tasks such as slope stability, driven piles and drilled shafts, and also provide project specific analysis/evaluation for sites with seismic considerations, including slide remediation, ground improvement, and others.

They will prepare geotechnical reports and also expect to coordinate with project managers to implement measures to successfully meet all project goals and objectives.

• Travel throughout New York and New Jersey for site visits, project meetings, investigation layout and observation.
• Set up field exploration programs and coordinate with subcontractors.
• Conduct field inspections of construction activities, including earthwork and foundation installations.
• Be capable of working independently or in a team environment assisting senior geotechnical staff.
• Perform assignments exercising judgement in evaluation, selection, and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.

• MS in Civil Engineering
• BS in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related technical discipline required
• 5 years of geotechnical‑related engineering experience
• Must have a knowledge of soil and rock mechanics.
• Must be willing to travel throughout the NY/NJ area
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills
• Local candidates are preferred

• Bachelor's degree
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example:
  Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Previous experience with…