Civil - Geotechnical

Geoengineer; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Geoengineer in Chicago, IL seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead complex infrastructure projects across the Midwest. The role offers technical leadership, project diversity, and career growth within a respected engineering consultancy.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in geotechnical engineering, a PE license, and strong client-facing skills to drive successful design and delivery for bridges, dams, levees, and related facilities.

Qualifications

• PE license required.
• 10+ years geotechnical engineering experience.
• Experience delivering transportation, bridge, dam, levee, or major infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in geotechnical investigations, foundation design, and geotechnical analysis.
• Strong leadership and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical engineering projects from proposal development through final delivery.
• Perform and oversee geotechnical design and analysis for bridges, dams, levees, buildings, and other civil infrastructure projects.
• Plan and manage subsurface exploration programs, drilling operations, and field investigations.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, technical specifications, engineering calculations, and recommendations.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams throughout project execution.
• Provide construction-phase engineering support and respond to field conditions as required.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and technical deliverables.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to project teams.
• Support business development activities, proposal preparation, and client relationship management

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client facing

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

A nationally recognized multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing geotechnical practice in Chicago, Illinois . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional looking to take on a leadership role while working on complex infrastructure projects throughout the Midwest.The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering, construction, and infrastructure solutions across transportation, water resources, buildings, industrial, and public-sector markets. With an established presence throughout the Midwest, the organization offers the resources of a large consultancy while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented culture.

Why Join?

• Nationally recognized engineering consultancy with a strong Midwest presence
• Opportunity to work on high-profile bridge, transportation, dam, levee, and infrastructure projects
• Collaborative multidisciplinary environment with access to experts across multiple service lines
• Strong reputation for technical excellence and project delivery
• Clear career progression into senior technical and leadership roles
• Opportunity to mentor and develop junior engineering staff
• Stable and growing organization with a significant pipeline of infrastructure projects
• Supportive culture that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development

Key Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical engineering projects from proposal development through final delivery
• Perform and oversee geotechnical design and analysis for bridges, dams, levees, buildings, and other civil infrastructure projects
• Plan and manage subsurface exploration programs, drilling operations, and field investigations
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, technical specifications, engineering calculations, and recommendations
• Evaluate foundation systems, retaining structures, slope stability, earthworks, and ground improvement solutions
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams throughout project execution
• Provide construction-phase engineering support and respond to field conditions as required
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and technical deliverables
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to project teams
• Support business development activities, proposal preparation, and client relationship management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 10+ years of geotechnical engineering experience
• Strong experience delivering transportation, bridge, dam, levee, or major infrastructure projects
• Proficiency in geotechnical investigations, foundation design, and geotechnical analysis
• Demonstrated project management and client-facing experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills
• Ability to travel periodically throughout the Midwest as project requirements dictate

Project Exposure

Engineers within this team regularly contribute to projects involving:

• Transportation and highway infrastructure
• Bridge foundations and structural support systems
• Dams, levees, and water resource facilities
• Commercial, industrial, and public-sector developments
• Earth retention and slope stabilization projects
• Ground improvement and deep foundation systems
• Construction support and field engineering services
• Major infrastructure improvements throughout the Midwest
• Annual performance bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings program with company contribution
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Exposure to challenging and impactful infrastructure projects

Apply Today

If you are a geotechnical engineer seeking a role that combines technical leadership, project diversity, and long-term career growth, we encourage you to apply.This is an outstanding opportunity to join a respected engineering consultancy where you will play a key role in delivering impactful infrastructure projects, mentoring future engineering talent, and advancing your career within a highly regarded organization.