Civil - Geotechnical , Civil - Environmental, Civil - Transportation

Geoengineer; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Generous PTO

Job summary

STRATA, a geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing consulting firm, seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead complex projects in the Salt Lake City and greater Utah region. The role emphasizes client engagement, contract review, and delivering technically robust solutions.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, driving business development, and ensuring project execution with tight schedules and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• 15+ years of engineering experience, with at least 10 years in consulting and project management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead marketing and business development strategies.
• Evaluate potential project opportunities and respond to client proposal requests.
• Prepare and review contracts.
• Develop scopes of work and associated budgets.
• Oversee technical analyses and deliverables.
• Create innovative, technically sound solutions for client needs.

Skills

Business development

Contract review

Scope development

Budgeting

Project management

Technical oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer
STRATAis a geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing consulting firm recognized for the high level of care we extend to our employees and clients. We are a family‑oriented organization that supports personal and professional growth through diverse, complex, and rewarding design projects throughout the Treasure Valley and the Intermountain West.
We are seeking an experiencedSenior Engineerwith a strong background in theTransportation and Mining sectorsto support our clients in thegreater Salt Lake City, Utah areaand across the region.

Position OverviewThe Senior Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high‑quality technical products and services. This position will provide guidance and mentorship to engineering staff, contribute to project execution, and uphold strong communication and time‑management practices. Additional responsibilities include:

• Leading marketing and business development strategies
• Evaluating potential project opportunities and responding to client proposal requests
• Preparing and reviewing contracts
• Developing scopes of work and associated budgets
• Overseeing technical analyses and deliverables
• Creating innovative, technically sound solutions for client needs

QualificationsTo be considered, candidates should possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• 15+ years of engineering experience, with at least 10 years in consulting and project management preferred

What We OfferSTRATA provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid holidays
• Community service day
• Paid parental leave
• Robust 401(k)/retirement program
• Company‑paid life insurance and disability plans
• Generous paid time off

If you share our Core Values—Safety, Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, Accountability, and Teamwork,we invite you to join our exceptional team of engineers.
Learn more about STRATA here:https://www.stratageotech.com/careers/
STRATA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate based on Race, Sex, Age, Color, Religion, National Origin, Marital Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Disability Status, or any other basis prohibited by Federal, State, or Local Law.