Geotechnical Engineer in New York

Energy Jobline ZR; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Geotechnical Engineering Services, P.C. (GES) is seeking a full‑time Geotechnical Engineer to work in the NYC metro area with field presence on construction sites and remote work when not in the field. The role involves field reporting, design of excavation support, and collaboration with project teams.

Responsibilities include site investigations, reports, and foundation design for various projects. A PE license is a plus, and travel locally is expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in the field on construction sites.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering principles.
• Experience with site investigation and subsurface data collection.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Daily Field Reports.
• Design of SOE, excavation support, underpinning; AutoCAD drafting of SOE drawings.
• Analyze retaining walls; perform site visits, calculations, sketches, reports on wall safety.
• Conduct special inspections of piles, SOE, underpinning, excavation, backfilling.
• Collaborate with design teams, engineers and clients on project needs.
• Write Geotechnical Investigation reports.
• Inspect borings, DCP probes, and test pits.
• Foundation design for piles, SOE walls and retaining walls.
• Analyze field data with calculations and modeling using software.

Skills

Field work

Soil mechanics

Geotechnical design

PE license

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Geotechnical/Civil Engineering

Tools

Soil analysis software

Geotechnical design tools

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Company Description

Geotechnical Engineering Services, P.C. (GES) is a leader in geotechnical engineering, serving the New York City Metropolitan Area and other locations including New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Florida. With over 20 years of experience, GES has earned a reputation for reliability and excellence in consulting services for projects ranging from residential developments to complex infrastructures like the Second Avenue Subway. The company works with high-profile clients such as Con Edison, and Verizon. GES provides tailored solutions through subsurface investigations, geotechnical recommendations, detailed reporting, and construction inspections, ensuring quality, safety, and timely project completion.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Geotechnical Engineer based in the New York City Metropolitan Area, with field (on construction job sites) and remote work when not in the field. Applicants should be flexible to work on occasional weekends if the site requires it. Typical duties include:

• Preparation of Daily Field Reports
• Design of Support of Excavation and Underpinning and of AutoCAD Drafting of SOE Drawings
• Analysis of Retaining Walls, including site visits, calculations, sketches, and reports concerning the safety of existing retaining walls.
• Perform special inspection of piles, support of excavation, underpinning, excavation and backfilling etc.
• Collaborate with design teams, engineers, and clients to address project-specific needs is an integral part of the role.
• Writing Geotechnical Investigation reports
• Inspection of geotechnical borings, dynamic cone penetrometer probes, and test pits.
• Foundation Design, including piles, SOE walls, retaining walls.
• Analysis of field data, including written calculations and modeling using design software.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in the field and be on construction sites.
• Knowledge and experience in Site Investigation and subsurface data collection
• Strong understanding of Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering principles
• Expertise in Engineering Geology and its application in construction projects
• Proficiency in Foundation Design practices for various project scales
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field; advanced degree is a plus
• Experience with soil analysis software and geotechnical design tools
• Ability to work in both field and office environments, with a willingness to travel locally
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or working towards obtaining the PE is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Work Location: Multiple locations

Company Description

Geotechnical Engineering Services, P.C. (GES) is a leader in geotechnical engineering, serving the New York City Metropolitan Area and other locations including New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Florida. With over 20 years of experience, GES has earned a reputation for reliability and excellence in consulting services for projects ranging from residential developments to complex infrastructures like the Second Avenue Subway. The company works with high-profile clients such as the New York City School Construction Authority, Con Edison, and Verizon. GES provides tailored solutions through subsurface investigations, geotechnical recommendations, detailed reporting, and construction inspections, ensuring quality, safety, and timely project completion.

Company DescriptionGeotechnical Engineering Services, P.C. (GES) is a leader in geotechnical engineering, serving the New York City Metropolitan Area and other locations including New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Florida. With over 20 years of experience, GES has earned a reputation for reliability and excellence in consulting services for projects ranging from residential developments to complex infrastructures like the Second Avenue Subway. The company works with high-profile clients such as the New York City School Construction Authority, Con Edison, and Verizon. GES provides tailored solutions through subsurface investigations, geotechnical recommendations, detailed reporting, and construction inspections, ensuring quality, safety, and timely project completion.