Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo, in partnership with a national leading engineering firm, is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join the Charlotte, NC office. This is a senior leadership role with hybrid work flexibility.

You will bring 15+ years of geotechnical engineering experience, a PE license, and a BSc in Civil Engineering to lead major projects and mentor teams across the region.

The firm is known for industry leadership and a strong project portfolio across the United States.

Qualifications

• 15+ years geotechnical engineering experience.
• PE license is required.
• BSc in Civil Engineering or equivalent.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Education

PE license

BSc Civil Engineering

Job description

Metric Geo are currently partnered with a national leading engineering firm. Our client have over 60 years of industry experience, with 2,500+ employees across more than 50 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.

They have just ranked in the ENR Top 50 Design Firm and Forbes' Best Employers for Engineers lists for 2026.

We are actively looking to hire a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Denver CO.

Job Title: Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Locations: Charlotte NC

Work Structure: Full-time, hybrid flexibility

Experience Required: 15+ years geotechnical engineering experience, PE license, BSc Civil Engineering

This is an opportunity suited to someone who is looking for a step up in responsibility and interested in working for one of the best engineering firms in the United States.