Geotechnical Engineer Lead

SCS Engineers; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

401K including employer match

Annual Bonus Program

Student Debt Employer Contribution

Paid holidays, PTO and Parental Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dis/

Job summary

SCS Engineers is seeking a highly experienced geotechnical engineer to serve as a Technical Advisor and mentor for our engineering team on diverse projects. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and client-focused problem solving across landfills and environmental work.

Ideal candidates are based in the Central or Upper Midwest with hybrid work options. The position supports professional growth, cross‑team mentoring, and high-quality client service.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in geotechnical engineering.
• Must be a registered professional engineer in at least one state with reciprocity possible.
• 10+ years of related work experience; 20+ years is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and driving record in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Geotechnical Expert and Technical Advisor on landfills and environmental projects.
• Lead geotechnical investigations, CQA planning, and regulatory permitting.
• Mentor junior engineers nationwide and develop the engineering team.
• Prepare proposals and cost estimates; present at internal and client meetings.
• Develop relationships with technical experts across the company; attend conferences as appropriate.

Skills

Registered Professional Engineer

10+ years experience

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in geotechnical engineering

Job description

SCS Engineers is looking for a highly experienced geotechnical engineer with a strong background in geotechnical engineering, environmental projects, and litigation support to serve our team as a Technical Advisor. This role is uniquely designed for a seasoned professional who will serve as a technical mentor, leveraging their extensive experience to guide and develop our engineering team across a diverse range of projects. If you excel in a collaborative company and like dynamic work that challenges you to learn each day, SCS is a great fit. At SCS, you will contribute to our strategic direction, help us continue to grow, mentor junior engineers nationwide, and provide our clients with responsive, innovative, high-quality client service. Ideally, you will work in one of our Central or Upper Midwest region offices, but hybrid work will be considered.

How You Can Make An Impact

You will serve as a Geotechnical Expert and as a Technical Advisor to our project teams and clients on geotechnical aspects of landfills and other facility design, construction quality assurance (CQA), soil and groundwater remediation, and environmental engineering projects.

As Our Geotechnical Expert You Will Contribute To SCS By Adapting Your Geotechnical Engineering Capabilities To The Landfill And Environmental Consulting Industry. Examples Of Geotechnical Engineering As It Applies To Our Practice Include

• Measuring and predicting settlement.
• Providing slope stability modeling for new and old landfills, embankments, and excavations.
• Conducting geotechnical/hydrogeological investigations for waste management facilities and other environmental projects.
• Siting, design and regulatory permitting of new and expanding landfills.
• Designing and preparing construction specifications for remediation, energy production, landfill and other waste management facility projects.
• Providing recommendations for structural design of foundations for various types of facilities and equipment.
• For construction projects, designing and planning construction quality assurance (CQA) activities to verify construction complies with design and permit requirements.
• Preparing proposals and cost estimates for new projects
• Providing geotechnical education and training to SCS staff

Other Duties Will Include

• Driving customer-centric solutions by collaborating with your team to develop and implement strategies that prioritize customer needs and enhance their experience, reinforcing our commitment to exceptional service.
• Promoting collaborative excellence by encouraging cross-functional teamwork and open communication to achieve shared goals and drive individual, organizational, and client success.
• Developing relationships with a network of technical experts throughout the company.
• Supporting proposals by working with project managers and clients to understand their goals as well as technical needs and requirements.
• Actively attending conferences, presenting on technical topics, and being involved in professional associations and committees as appropriate.
• Taking a leading role and presenting at internal technical meetings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in geotechnical engineering required.
• Must be a registered professional engineer in at least one state with the ability to apply for reciprocity in others where needed.
• 10+ years of related work experience required.
• 20+ years of related work experience a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record in good standing required.

Pay Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below.

Whether it's reducing methane emissions at agricultural facilities and landfills, repurposing contaminated properties, producing alternative energy, or sequestering carbon, we've been focused on finding smart climate solutions and improving the natural environment since our inception over 55 years ago. Join our 100% employee-owned firm and start creating your own legacy.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• 100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
• Annual Bonus Program
• Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
• Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave

SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status.