Geotechnical EIT — Shape Safe, Sustainable Transit Foundations

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Kentucky to conduct analyses, oversee subsurface programs, and perform routine engineering tasks across highway and road projects. The role emphasizes independent work on small projects and collaboration on larger ones.

Preferred PE license or MSCE and local candidate consideration, with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required. Join an employee-owned culture focused on safety, sustainability, and community impact.

Qualifications

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of cost estimates, plans and specifications
• Oversee geotechnical subsurface characterization programs for routine work
• Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
• Conduct slope stability, settlement and seepage analysis and conduct geotechnical engineering studies on routine and moderately sized projects
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on small projects, or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects
• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Active team participation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

GIS

CADD

Job description

HDR is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Kentucky to conduct analyses, oversee subsurface programs, and perform routine engineering tasks across highway and road projects. The role emphasizes independent work on small projects and collaboration on larger ones.

Preferred PE license or MSCE and local candidate consideration, with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required. Join an employee-owned culture focused on safety, sustainability, and community impact.