Geotechnical Project Engineer (PE) — Lead Field & Design

Seneca Resources Company, LLC; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Resources seeks a Geotechnical Project Engineer (PE required) to lead geotechnical projects in Columbus, GA or Auburn, AL. Requires PE license and 5–8 years of geotechnical experience. Salary $90,000–$120,000 with relocation assistance available.

Responsibilities include field investigations, soil mechanics, lab data interpretation, reports, and client engagement. Mentorship of junior staff and growth into leadership roles are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 5–8 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• 1–2+ years post-PE licensure preferred.
• Strong expertise in geotechnical analysis, soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and technical report preparation.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical field investigations, subsurface explorations, and site inspections.
• Conduct soil mechanics analysis, foundation design, slope stability, settlement, and earthwork evaluations.
• Interpret laboratory and field testing data for technical reporting.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, proposals, and cost estimates.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budgets to ensure successful delivery.
• Provide technical quality control and peer review of engineering documents.
• Interface with clients to define scope, communicate findings, and offer solutions.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Project management

Client communication

Leadership

Report writing

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory testing

Job description

Seneca Resources seeks a Geotechnical Project Engineer (PE required) to lead geotechnical projects in Columbus, GA or Auburn, AL. Requires PE license and 5–8 years of geotechnical experience. Salary $90,000–$120,000 with relocation assistance available.

Responsibilities include field investigations, soil mechanics, lab data interpretation, reports, and client engagement. Mentorship of junior staff and growth into leadership roles are expected.