Geotechnical Engineer – Transit & Rail Projects (NYC Area)

EXP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation time

401(k)

Job summary

EXP is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join the Northeast infrastructure team in New York. You will contribute to major transit and rail projects, performing geotechnical analyses, planning investigations, and delivering clear engineering reports.

The role requires a Civil or Geotechnical Engineering degree, 3–5 years of experience, an EIT certification, and strong communication skills to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering.
• 3–5 years geotechnical experience.
• EIT certification required.
• PE license preferred.
• Experience with transportation, transit, aviation projects.
• Knowledge of NYC-area geology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical analyses and design for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Plan and supervise subsurface investigations (drilling, sampling, field tests).
• Evaluate data and prepare reports with foundation and ground improvement recommendations.
• Develop foundation designs for shallow and deep systems.
• Support retaining walls and excavation support systems design.
• Conduct settlement analyses, seepage evaluations and modeling.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, environmental teams throughout delivery.
• Contribute to proposals and cost estimates.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Client communication

Project coordination

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

Job description

EXP is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join the Northeast infrastructure team in New York. You will contribute to major transit and rail projects, performing geotechnical analyses, planning investigations, and delivering clear engineering reports.

The role requires a Civil or Geotechnical Engineering degree, 3–5 years of experience, an EIT certification, and strong communication skills to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.