Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer - Transportation

Engineering Consulting Service; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Consulting Service in Charlotte, NC seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead major infrastructure and transportation programs. You will balance technical design with high-level client management for DOT and other large-scale projects, directing CMT teams and overseeing field explorations.

You will develop geotechnical reports, manage budgets, and guide technical reviews while building regional relationships with DOTs and prime consultants to secure ECS as a preferred partner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• PE license required; PG license may be acceptable in some states.
• 5+ years in geotechnical/transportation with design, PM and leadership.
• Experience with DOT projects, GDM, AASHTO LRFD and geotechnical software.
• Proficient in MicroStation and leading technical reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary geotechnical and CMT projects for infrastructure.
• Direct embankment, foundation and subgrade design using CAD tools.
• Oversee field explorations: drilling, pits, inspections.
• Be main DOT liaison for project management and deadlines.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and design packages with seals.
• Manage budgets and resources for on-time delivery.
• Drive business development and proposal leadership.
• Maintain relationships with DOT, agencies and prime consultants.
• Ensure compliance with NCDOT, AASHTO and ASTM standards.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Report writing

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Tools

gINT

LPile

APile

MSEW

FB-Pier

GRLWEAP

MicroStation

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS is actively hiring Senior Geotechnical Engineers to lead major infrastructure and transportation initiatives across the Southeast. This role is designed for a technical leader who can balance complex engineering design with high-level client management for DOT and other large-scale infrastructure programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leading support for a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and designers on geotechnical and construction materials testing (CMT) projects.

• Direct the design of embankments, retaining structures, and subgrade stabilization, deep and shallow foundations using MicroStation and OpenRoads software.

• Oversee and plan geotechnical field explorations, including drilling, test pits, and inspections as needed.

• Act as the primary point of contact for DOT (or other agency) project managers and external stakeholders, ensuring technical requirements and deadlines are met for multiple concurrent major programs.

• Oversee the development of geotechnical engineering reports and design packages, providing technical seal as needed.

• Manage project budgets and resource allocation for on-time delivery for infrastructure deliverables.

• Execute business development strategies by identifying regional opportunities and leading the technical portion of proposal submissions.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key decision-makers at the DOT, municipal agencies, and Tier 1 prime consultants to ensure ECS remains a preferred partner.

• Ensure all technical deliverables and field operations maintain 100% compliance with NCDOT, AASHTO, and ASTM standards.

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Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required; Professional Geologist (P.G.) license may be acceptable in certain states

• 5+ years of experience in geotechnical and transportation engineering, with a focus on design, project management, and technical leadership

• Expertise in DOT Geotechnical Design Manual (GDM), AASHTO LRFD specifications, and geotechnical software (e.g., gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, FB-Pier, GRLWEAP)

• Proficiency in MicroStation is preferred

• Proven track record of leading technical reviews and serving as a senior technical reviewer at a previous firm

• Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills

• Demonstrate initiative and leadership in problem-solving and decision-making

• Valid driver’s license required for travel on behalf of ECS

If you’re ready to take your geotechnical expertise to the next level and make a visible impact on infrastructure that matters, ECS wants to hear from you. Let’s build the future of transportation—together.

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
• E-7

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.