Geotechnical Engineer

Jobtailor; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Texas seeks a senior geotechnical engineer to coordinate and supervise field investigations, analyze soil and foundation-related problems, and provide technical recommendations for slope stability, earthwork, and ground improvement.

You will mentor junior staff, review lab results, prepare reports, and interface with clients and project managers on design and construction.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering with relevant specialization.
• Licensed P.E. in Texas or ability to obtain licensure soon.
• 5+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Experience with field investigations and soil testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise geotechnical investigations and field explorations.
• Analyze soil, foundation, slope stability, and earthwork aspects.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for foundations and site improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with clients and contractors.
• Review laboratory results and oversee construction monitoring.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Soil Mechanics

Foundation Engineering

Field Investigation Techniques

Data Analysis

Construction Monitoring

Technical Report Writing

Project Management

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas

Tools

Slope/W

GINT

Plaxis

Uni-Settle

L-Pile

A-Pile

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Google Earth

Microsoft Office

Soil Logging

Job description

• Coordinate and carry out geotechnical investigations
• Supervise implementation of geotechnical designs and construction monitoring services
• Conduct engineering assessments for slope instability, landslide susceptibility, risk assessments, soil characteristics, factor of safety, and slip surfaces
• Plan and manage field exploration and subsurface characterization
• Perform foundation, settlement, bearing-capacity, slope-stability, retaining-wall, and earthwork analyses
• Provide recommendations for foundation systems, pavements, site grading, and ground improvement
• Provide construction-phase support, including observation, testing coordination, and resolution of geotechnical issues
• Develop recommendations for geotechnical instrumentation installation and monitoring
• Coordinate with drillers and geotechnical laboratories
• Review, QA/QC, and assess laboratory results
• Write technical and geotechnical reports
• Plan and supervise field investigations, including borings, SPT, and test pits
• Analyze laboratory and field data to develop soil parameters
• Interface with clients, project managers, and contractors during design and construction
• Review construction submittals, perform site visits, and observe foundation installations
• Mentor junior engineers and field technicians
• Report to the Regional Manager of Geotechnical Engineering Services

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas, or the ability to obtain Texas licensure within an appropriate timeframe is preferred
• 5+ years of professional work experience in geotechnical engineering
• Local Texas experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and geotechnical analysis
• Experience with Slope/W, GINT, Plaxis, Uni-Settle, L-Pile, and A-Pile
• Familiarity with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Google Earth, and Microsoft products
• Familiarity with ASTM/AASHTO testing standards and Texas construction practices
• Experience with soil logging and field investigation techniques, including auger drilling and sonic drilling
• Experience interpreting field and laboratory geotechnical data
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Valid Class C driver’s license in good standing
• Willingness to travel to project sites and conduct occasional fieldwork
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in geotechnical engineering, including soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and geotechnical analysis, with a strong ability to conduct field investigations and provide technical recommendations. Proficient in managing projects, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful geotechnical investigations and construction monitoring.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil Mechanics
• Foundation Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License
• Field Investigation Techniques

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Geotechnical Analysis
• Slope Stability Analysis
• Foundation Design
• Soil Logging
• Risk Assessment
• Construction Monitoring
• Technical Report Writing
• Data Analysis