Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Team Lead

Location:

Remote, SC based (with occasional travel across SC, VA & PA)

Salary: $145,000 - $170,000 (depending on experience)

We're partnering with a fast-growing engineering consultancy looking to bring on a Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Team Lead to support a strong and expanding pipeline of federal and commercial projects.

This is a leadership opportunity within a smaller, agile business where you'll have genuine influence, both technically and commercially, while enjoying a flexible, collaborative environment and clear progression.

In this role, you'll take ownership of projects from proposal through delivery, while leading a team and helping to grow both capability and client relationships.

• Leading proposal development and cost estimation for geotechnical projects
• Managing field investigations (SPT borings, CPTs, DMTs, rock coring, overwater and land-based work)
• Interpreting geotechnical data and delivering detailed engineering analysis
• Overseeing design work including:
  • Bearing capacity and settlement analysis (with a focus on soft soils)
  • Shallow and deep foundation design
  • Slope stability and retaining structures
  • Ground improvement and liquefaction analysis
• Reviewing and producing technical reports, specifications, and design deliverables
• Managing project budgets, schedules, and QA/QC processes
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting team development
• Driving client engagement and contributing to business development and growth

• 10+ years of geotechnical engineering experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) licence
• Strong technical expertise across foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement
• Experience using software such as Geo Studio (SLOPE/W) and SLIDE
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Desirable: MSc in Geotechnical Engineering
• Desirable:
  Experience with ArcGIS / Arc Map
• Desirable:
  Familiarity with FEM/FDM modelling
• Desirable:
  Programming experience (e.g. Python or MATLAB)
• Desirable:
  Strong technical writing capabilities

This is a great opportunity to join a people-focused, growing business where you won't just be another number. You'll have the chance to shape projects, mentor others, and directly influence the direction of the team.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Generous PTO and federal holidays
• Fully remote working with occasional travel across South Carolina, Virginia, and Pennsylvania
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• A supportive, collaborative culture that values input and innovation