Geotechnical Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the geotechnical engineering field is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Phoenix, Arizona. The role involves site characterization, project management, and geotechnical design for transportation projects. Candidates should possess a Master’s degree and relevant experience. Join a collaborative team committed to innovative solutions and community impact.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license required.
• Five+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Scope, plan, and execute site characterization studies.
• Prepare geotechnical designs and cost estimates for transportation projects.
• Provide construction phase support and quality assurance.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

GeoStudio

Bentley geotechnical software

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each role in our organization contributes to our ability to make a positive difference globally. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible in your community and around the world.

Role Overview: Geotechnical Engineer

We rely on you to:

1. Scope, plan, and execute site characterization studies and investigations.
2. Manage work by geotechnical subconsultants, including drilling firms and testing labs.
3. Prepare geotechnical designs, sketches, plans, and cost estimates for transportation projects.
4. Support geotechnical analysis and design of foundations, retaining walls, grading, ground improvement, stability, and pavement design.
5. Handle aspects of small-scale projects or parts of larger projects.
6. Review geotechnical deliverables for quality assurance.
7. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams throughout project phases under supervision.
8. Provide construction phase support, including review of quality control and assurance reports.
9. Manage workload to complete tasks within budget and schedule.
10. Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering.
• Five+ years of experience in geotechnical or geological engineering, including subsurface investigations, soil mechanics, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement.
• Active participation in professional societies (ASCE, AEG, DFI, Geo Institute).
• Proficiency with engineering software such as SHAFT, LPILE, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, Civil 3D, etc.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective team player with the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to independently perform analyses related to foundation and slope stability design.

Required Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, MicroStation, GeoStudio, Bentley geotechnical software, or equivalent.
• Commitment to our employee-owned, inclusive culture.

Our Values and Commitment

We believe in building a collaborative, trust-based culture that connects us with clients and communities. Our Employee Network Groups foster a sense of belonging and support diversity and inclusion.

Location and Details

Primary Location: United States-Arizona-Phoenix

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Geotechnical

Job Posting Date: May 14, 2025

We are committed to employment equity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal history.

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