Lead Geotechnical Engineer- Soils and Foundations Section

CapMetro; Newington (CT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading agency in Connecticut as a Lead Geotechnical Engineer, where you will oversee geotechnical engineering for transportation facilities. This role involves managing subsurface exploration, designing foundations, and ensuring project compliance. Enjoy competitive benefits and a supportive work environment that values professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

On-site fitness center

On-site cafeteria

Electric Vehicle (EV) charging

Ample free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in subsurface exploration and geotechnical report preparation.
• Ability to interpret laboratory testing results.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineer for geotechnical engineering matters related to transportation projects.
• Provide design and review services for roads and bridges.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Transportation Engineering

Project Management

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Job description

Do you want to be part of a great team of engineers who are shaping the future of transportation in Connecticut?
If so, read below and apply today!

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is now accepting applications for a Lead Geotechnical Engineer (Transportation Engineer 3 - Engineering) opportunity within the Soils and Foundations section in the Division of Bridges at our Headquarters in Newington, CT.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Competitive starting salary *MOU pg.21*
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• Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees
• Join an award-winning agency! CTDOT has been recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!
• We also offer the convenience of an on-site, low-cost fitness center, on-site cafeteria, and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging at our Newington, CT, Headquarters facility. All DOT facilities have ample free parking with easy access from major highways or by public transportation.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• First Shift
• Full Time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• Location: Newington, CT
• Hybrid (in-office/telework) and alternate work schedules may be available

THE ROLE

The DOT has a challenging opening for a lead engineer involved in all aspects of geotechnical engineering matters related to transportation facilities and projects.

Engineers in the Soils and Foundations unit provide design and review services on matters related to soil, rock, and foundations for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of roads, bridges, and transportation facilities. Responsibilities include:

• subsurface exploration programs to characterize subsurface conditions
• determination of representative samples for soil and rock laboratory testing
• interpretation of results from laboratory testing
• selection/design of the most appropriate foundations for structures
• preparation of geotechnical reports and other technical documents
• reviewing geotechnical work prepared by consultant engineering firms
• providing technical support to Maintenance personnel involving rock slopes and roadway instability
• providing specialized engineering support during construction involving review of working drawing submissions, responses to Requests for Information (RFI’s) and responses to Requests for Change (RFC’s)

APPLICATION DETAILS

Applicants must be available to travel for training, conferences, meetings, field reviews, etc., both within and outside of normal working hours, when necessary, and must possess and retain a valid driver’s license.

Please list your Driver's license number, expiration date, and issuing State, Professional Engineer (PE) license number and expiration date, if applicable, and any other job-relevant licenses or certifications you hold in the Licenses and Professional Certifications section of your application.

ABOUT US

As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.