Geotechnical Engineer

STV Incorporated; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with retirement counseling

Paid time off

Job summary

STV Incorporated is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support a multi-billion-dollar infrastructure project in Orlando. The role emphasizes ensuring compliance with transportation standards, guiding geotechnical analysis, and providing mentorship throughout planning, design, and construction phases.

You will collaborate with engineers across disciplines, lead geotechnical tasks, review reports and calculations, and help manage risk and permitting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 6+ years in geotechnical engineering with leadership in infrastructure.
• Florida PE license or ability to obtain within six months.
• Experience with geotechnical analysis and foundation design.
• Proficiency in PLAXIS, LPILE, GeoStudio or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Geotechnical Engineering Manager in guiding geotechnical efforts: site investigations, soil testing, foundation design.
• Ensure compliance with geotechnical standards, specifications, and best practices.
• Provide guidance during project planning: develop geotechnical scope, units, staff hours; negotiate with design team.
• Advise project teams on ground improvement, slope stability, and foundation systems.
• Collaborate with structural and roadway engineers to integrate geotechnical solutions.
• Review geotechnical reports, calculations, and design recommendations.
• Identify geotechnical risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support permitting, stakeholder coordination, and construction oversight.

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Problem-solving

Communication

Geotechnical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering

Master’s preferred

Tools

PLAXIS

LPILE

GeoStudio

Job description

STV is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support a $3-$5-billion-dollar project in delivering high-quality infrastructure projects. This role will be integral in ensuring compliance with transportation standards and providing technical guidance throughout project planning, design, and construction phases. The Geotechnical Engineer will receive structured onboarding and mentorship to progressively build expertise in geotechnical analysis, risk assessment, and project delivery within the project.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Geotechnical Engineering Manager in guiding the geotechnical engineering efforts, including site investigations, soil testing, and foundation design.
• Ensure compliance with geotechnical standards, specifications, and best practices.
• Provide expertise and guidance to the geotechnical team during the project planning phase, which includes developing the geotechnical scope, units, and staff hours, and performing negotiations with design team.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams on ground improvement, slope stability, and foundation systems.
• Collaborate with structural and roadway engineers to integrate geotechnical solutions into design plans.
• Review geotechnical reports, calculations, and design recommendations.
• Identify geotechnical risks and develop mitigation strategies to enhance project success.
• Support project permitting, stakeholder coordination, and construction oversight as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 6+ years of geotechnical engineering experience, including leadership roles in infrastructure projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida or the ability to obtain one within six months.
• Expertise in geotechnical analysis, foundation design, and soil-structure interaction.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software such as PLAXIS, LPILE, GeoStudio, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of geotechnical standards, specifications, and design criteria.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to address complex subsurface challenges.

Why Join STV?

Work alongside top industry professionals on high-impact infrastructure projects. Hands-on experience with geotechnical operations, planning, and design. A collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and career advancement.

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Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

About STV

STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more atstvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.