Geotechnical Engineer

Brooksource; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AEC and geotechnical services firm is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their Louisville team. This role involves overseeing geotechnical investigations, conducting materials testing, and report development. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in geotechnical consulting and a strong portfolio in client relations. Familiarity with AI tools for process improvement is preferred.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in geotechnical consulting.
• Strong portfolio of client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, oversee, and execute geotechnical engineering projects.
• Conduct soil testing, site investigations, and subsurface analyses.
• Lead development and delivery of geotechnical reports with QA/QC standards.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering management

Proposal development

QA/QC of technical reports

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical testing equipment

AI tools

Job description

Overview

Our client’s leading AEC and geotechnical services firm is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in Louisville, Indianapolis, or Nashville. This individual will serve as a technical leader, overseeing geotechnical investigations, materials testing, and report development. The role requires strong experience in proposal development, QA/QC of technical reports, and a proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience in geotechnical consulting, a strong proven portfolio of client relationships, and a solid understanding of subsurface evaluations and construction materials testing. Familiarity with AI tools or automation platforms for improving internal processes is a major plus.

Location options: Louisville, Indianapolis, or Nashville.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, oversee, and execute geotechnical engineering projects from start to finish
• Conduct and review soil testing, site investigations, and subsurface analyses
• Lead development and delivery of detailed geotechnical reports, ensuring QA/QC standards are met
• Write proposals and coordinate scoping and pricing with internal teams and clients
• Interface with clients, engineers, field technicians, and contractors to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff on best practices
• Act as a technical reviewer for deliverables, ensuring consistency and accuracy
• Support business development through client interactions and pursuit of new opportunities
• Promote safety protocols and ensure compliance with project and company standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; Master’s degree with a focus in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, with materials testing and report writing
• Solid foundation in field and lab testing for soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Preferred Experience

• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and working directly with clients
• Demonstrated ability to generate or support new business via client portfolio or relationships
• Familiarity with AI tools and automation platforms for improving documentation, reporting, and proposal workflows
• Strong organizational and leadership capabilities
• Prior experience as a technical reviewer or team lead