Geotechnical Engineering Specialist

STV; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Licensure support

Job summary

STV in Glasgow, KY seeks a Geotechnical Engineering Specialist to support infrastructure projects from planning through design. You will learn from senior engineers and work across all project stages, including field investigations and reporting.

The role involves geotechnical calculations, collaboration with teams, and potential out-of-town drilling duties. Applicants should have a Civil/Geotechnical degree and relevant internship experience.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering.
• 1+ year of experience including internships.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Familiarity with geotechnical analysis software is a plus.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and conduct fieldwork in varied weather.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations and site assessments for infrastructure projects.
• Supervise drill crew on routine projects.
• Analyze soil, rock, and groundwater and prepare detailed reports.
• Perform design calculations for foundations, slopes, and ground improvement.
• Provide technical support during construction and review submittals.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, specs, and contract documents.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and regulatory agencies.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Field work

Team collaboration

EIT Certification

Education

BS/MS in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

gINT

LPILE

PLAXIS

OpenGround

Job description

STV is looking for a Geotechnical Engineering Specialist out of our Glasgow, KY location. You will have the opportunity to learn from some of the best engineers in the business and work on all stages of the project development process, from early planning through final design.

The Candidate Will Be Responsible For

• Conduct geotechnical investigations, site assessments, and subsurface explorations to support infrastructure, transportation, and building projects.
• Supervision of Drill Crew on routine projects
• Analyze soil, rock, and groundwater conditions and prepare detailed geotechnical reports with design recommendations.
• Perform geotechnical design calculations for foundations, retaining structures, slope stability, and ground improvement techniques.
• Provide technical support during construction, including reviewing submittals, performing field observations, and resolving geotechnical challenges.
• Assist in preparing geotechnical engineering reports, specifications, and contract documents to support design and construction.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives and compliance standards are met.

Required Skills & Required Experience

• BS/MS degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• 1+ years of experience including internships
• EIT Certification preferred
• Knowledge of geotechnical analysis software (gINT, LPILE, PLAXIS, OpenGround, etc.) a plus, but we’ll teach you
• Ability to lift 50 pounds while assisting with drilling operations
• Field work will typically occur in all types of weather and around significant construction equipment with exposure to dirt, grease, oils, etc.
• Field work requires walking over various types of terrain such as low-lying swampy areas to mountainous, rugged terrain. Significant time spent bending or kneeling during each day.
• Drilling operations may require out of town stays
• Team player with curiosity and desire to learn

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Compensation Range

$64,848.58 - $74,112.66

STV offers the following benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.