Lead Geotechnical Engineer – Employee-Owned

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc. is a multi-disciplined engineering firm with experienced geotechnical and materials testing teams.

The candidate will contribute to a wide variety of projects for public and private clients, performing geotechnical evaluations, preparing reports, and supporting field staff. The role emphasizes mentoring junior staff, applying strong communication skills, and potentially advancing to a leadership position such as Managing Principal based on

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or similar ABET accredited Engineering degree.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in the geotechnical engineering consulting industry.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license in Maryland or ability to obtain via reciprocity within 3 months of hire date.
• Willingness and ability to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical engineering work including report and calculation preparation.
• Provide technical support to field staff and review construction inspection field reports.
• Conduct project site visits and participate in site investigations as needed.
• Possibly be re-categorized as Managing Principal depending on qualifications.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Mentoring junior staff

Business development

Communication skills

Plan and specification interpretation

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering degree (Civil/Geological)

Tools

TABLOGS/TabLabs

L-Pile

SLIDE

Settle 3D

MSEW

Job description

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc. is a multi-disciplined engineering firm with experienced geotechnical and materials testing teams.

The candidate will contribute to a wide variety of projects for public and private clients, performing geotechnical evaluations, preparing reports, and supporting field staff. The role emphasizes mentoring junior staff, applying strong communication skills, and potentially advancing to a leadership position such as Managing Principal based on