Project Dams - Geotechnical Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants; East Park (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants seeks a Project Dams - Geotechnical Engineer in Johnson City, TN to lead challenging dam and levee projects. The role focuses on design, construction monitoring, and sophisticated geotechnical analyses, with opportunities to mentor staff and advance business development.

Ideal candidates hold a civil/geotechnical engineering degree, are PE/PG-registered, and bring 7+ years of consulting experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering (required).
• Professional registration (P.E./P.G.) (required).
• 7+ years direct experience in a consulting environment (required).
• Knowledge of geotechnical engineering software (e.g., slope stability) (required).
• Knowledge of numerical modeling tools (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Civil design and site layout.
• Monitor heavy civil construction projects.
• Perform geotechnical analyses (slope stability, settlement, bearing capacity, seismic, seepage).
• Evaluate dams and levees.
• Develop instrumentation monitoring systems.
• Prepare engineering reports and design calculations.
• Provide project management and client liaison support.

Skills

Excellent writing and communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/geotechnical engineering

Professional registration (P.E. / P.G.)

Tools

Geotechnical software (slope stability)

Numerical modeling tools

Job description

Project Dams - Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Johnson City, TN, US. Remote: No. Position Type: Regular Full Time. ID: 2026-4842.

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Project Dams - Geotechnical Engineer to join our geotechnical practice in our Johnson City, TN office. This position is well-suited for a talented, highly experienced individual who is interested in being a leader and contributing to innovative and challenging projects involving design and construction, coal combustion residuals, dam and levees, and geotechnical analysis.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public‑sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well‑being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec’s culture. We operate under a sell‑manage‑do culture, and so we expect that you’d work on challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience to help Geosyntec expand its current practices and capabilities through business development and client management. You may also be asked to take on project management responsibilities, along with staff management and development, and mentoring tasks.

Some of the key responsibilities may include:

• Civil design and site layout;
• Monitoring heavy civil construction projects;
• Geotechnical engineering analyses such as slope stability, settlement, bearing capacity, seismic, and seepage;
• Dam and levee evaluations;
• Geotechnical and site characterization;
• Development and management of instrumentation monitoring systems;
• Project/task management and proposal preparation support;
• Developing construction documents;
• Preparation of engineering reports, design calculations, drawings, technical specifications, and permit applications; and
• Fieldwork associated with design and construction services.
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering or a related field. (required)
• Advanced degree in the same. (preferred)
• Professional registration (i.e., P.E. P.G.) (required)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 7 years directly relevant experience in a consulting environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Knowledge of relevant geotechnical engineering software (e.g., slope stability). (required)
• Knowledge of numerical modeling tools. (preferred)
• Ability to succeed in a fast‑paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)
• Excellent writing and communication skills. (required)
• Field work and overnight travel may be required.
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client‑driven drug and background testing may be required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

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