Geotechnical Engineering Specialist

STV Incorporated; Glasgow (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability insurance

Life Insurance and AD&D

Continuing Education Program

Job summary

STV Incorporated seeks a Geotechnical Engineering Specialist in Glasgow, KY to support infrastructure and building projects through all stages from planning to final design.

The candidate will conduct investigations, supervise drill crews, analyze subsurface conditions, and prepare detailed geotechnical reports with design recommendations. Fieldwork spans varied terrain and potential out-of-town assignments.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• 1+ years of experience including internships.
• Knowledge of geotechnical analysis software (gINT, LPILE, PLAXIS, OpenGround) a plus, but we’ll teach you.
• Field work will occur in all weather and around heavy equipment.
• Drilling operations may require out of town stays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations, site assessments, and subsurface explorations to support infrastructure, transportation, and building projects.
• Supervision of Drill Crew on routine projects; analyze soil, rock, and groundwater conditions and prepare detailed geotechnical reports with design recommendations.
• Perform geotechnical design calculations for foundations, retaining structures, slope stability, and ground improvement techniques.
• Provide technical support during construction, including reviewing submittals, field observations, and resolving geotechnical challenges.
• Assist in preparing geotechnical engineering reports, specifications, and contract documents to support design and construction.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives and compliance standards are met.

Skills

gINT

LPILE

PLAXIS

OpenGround

Fieldwork

Team player

Physical strength

EIT preferred

Education

BS/MS in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

gINT

LPILE

PLAXIS

OpenGround

Job description

STV is looking for a Geotechnical Engineering Specialist out of our Glasgow, KY location. You will have the opportunity to learn from some of the best engineers in the business and work on all stages of the project development process, from early planning through final design.

The candidate will be responsible for:

• Conduct geotechnical investigations, site assessments, and subsurface explorations to support infrastructure, transportation, and building projects.
• Supervision of Drill Crew on routine projects Analyze soil, rock, and groundwater conditions and prepare detailed geotechnical reports with design recommendations.
• Perform geotechnical design calculations for foundations, retaining structures, slope stability, and ground improvement techniques.
• Provide technical support during construction, including reviewing submittals, performing field observations, and resolving geotechnical challenges.
• Assist in preparing geotechnical engineering reports, specifications, and contract documents to support design and construction.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives and compliance standards are met.

Required Skills & Required Experience:

• BS/MS degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• 1+ years of experience including internships
• EIT Certification preferred
• Knowledge of geotechnical analysis software (gINT, LPILE, PLAXIS, OpenGround, etc.) a plus, but we’ll teach you
• Ability to lift 50 pounds while assisting with drilling operations
• Field work will typically occur in all types of weather and around significant construction equipment with exposure to dirt, grease, oils, etc.
• Field work requires walking over various types of terrain such as low-lying swampy areas to mountainous, rugged terrain.
• Significant time spent bending or kneeling during each day.
• Drilling operations may require out of town stays
• Team player with curiosity and desire to learn
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Compensation Range: $64,848.58 - $74,112.66

STV offers the following 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

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

We know great candidates don't always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.

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.

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.