Principal Geotechnical Engineer & Technical Leader

ECS Group; College Park (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our Atlanta, GA team. You will provide technical leadership across major projects in public infrastructure, commercial, industrial, and data center sectors while mentoring staff and driving business development.

You will serve as the primary technical authority for the region, overseeing reports and designs, and collaborating with leaders to grow the transportation portfolio. PE license is required.

Qualifications

• 12 or more years of experience in geotechnical and transportation engineering.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required; Professional Geologist (PG) license may be acceptable depending on state requirements.
• Documented expertise in DOT Geotechnical Design Manual (GDM) and AASHTO LRFD specifications.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, OpenRoads or similar programs for infrastructure and highway design projects.
• Proven track record of serving as a senior technical reviewer at a previous engineering firm.
• Valid driver’s license for travel to project sites and client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the final technical reviewer and signatory for geotechnical reports, designs, plans and analysis.
• Oversee the development of geotechnical engineering reports and design packages, providing technical seal and signature as the Engineer of Record.
• Provide technical expertise for geotechnical staff across the branch and region, focusing on various local, regional, and state regulations.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, technicians, designers, and project managers to support professional growth and internal promotion.
• Lead complex engineering designs for slope stability, shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures, and settlement evaluations.
• Direct project managers on field exploration activities, including drilling, test pits, and site inspections.
• Drive business development by attending client meetings and identifying growth opportunities to expand our transportation portfolio.
• Collaborate with the Associate Principal review committee to identify and mentor future leadership candidates.

Skills

Geotechnical leadership

MicroStation/OpenRoads

DOT GDM knowledge

AASHTO LRFD

Mentorship

Business development

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Civil/Geotechnical/Geological Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

gINT

LPile

APile

MSEW

GRLWEAP

Job description

ECS Group is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our Atlanta, GA team. You will provide technical leadership across major projects in public infrastructure, commercial, industrial, and data center sectors while mentoring staff and driving business development.

You will serve as the primary technical authority for the region, overseeing reports and designs, and collaborating with leaders to grow the transportation portfolio. PE license is required.