Hydropower Geotechnical Engineer – Project Lead

HDR; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Hydropower program and lead geotechnical analysis and design for large-dam and power infrastructure projects across the Southeast. You will coordinate field investigations, lab testing, and reporting, contributing to reliable, sustainable hydro developments.

The role offers opportunities to serve as a project manager on mid-size initiatives, collaborate with HDR's Hydropower Practice, and support marketing efforts while traveling regionally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical/Geological Engineering or related field.
• PE license recognized by the licensing board for the position location (NC preferred).
• 5+ years in geotechnical engineering with dam and field experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation or GIS.
• Familiar with GeoStudio/Ensoft and Bentley geotechnical tools.
• Ability to plan and document subsurface explorations and tests.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical analysis, design and construction documents for large dams and power infrastructure.
• Drive project workflows, planning, field investigations and lab testing programs.
• Prepare geotechnical analyses, design calculations and reports.
• Review dam safety instrumentation data and FE modeling for dam projects.
• Prepare design drawings and construction specifications; participate in inspections.
• Support marketing efforts and act as Project Manager on mid-size initiatives.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Dam engineering

Project coordination

Field investigations

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

MS preferred

PE license (NC)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS software

GeoStudio/Ensoft

Bentley suite (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)

Job description

HDR is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Hydropower program and lead geotechnical analysis and design for large-dam and power infrastructure projects across the Southeast. You will coordinate field investigations, lab testing, and reporting, contributing to reliable, sustainable hydro developments.

The role offers opportunities to serve as a project manager on mid-size initiatives, collaborate with HDR's Hydropower Practice, and support marketing efforts while traveling regionally.