Regional Design SME

LVI Associates; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates partnered with a leading specialty geotechnical design-build contractor seeks a Regional Design SME to support complex ground improvement projects across the United States. This position is ideal for a highly technical geotechnical engineer who wants to remain focused on engineering excellence while serving as a subject matter expert across a diverse portfolio of challenging projects.

The role offers the opportunity to support complex national design efforts, solve unique

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• PE license preferred.
• Extensive geotechnical, foundation, or ground improvement experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to mentor.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support advanced ground improvement designs across regions.
• Serve as technical resource on geotechnical challenges.
• Support pre-bid engineering efforts where technical judgment is critical.
• Perform design reviews, calculations, and assessments.
• Provide technical support to regional engineering teams.
• Collaborate with operations and field teams for constructible solutions.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Design reviews

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

PE license preferred

Job description

LVI Associates is partnered with a leading specialty geotechnical design-build contractor seeking a Regional Design SME to support complex ground improvement projects across the United States.

This position is ideal for a highly technical geotechnical engineer who wants to remain focused on engineering excellence while serving as a subject matter expert across a diverse portfolio of challenging projects. The role offers the opportunity to support complex national design efforts, solve unique subsurface challenges, mentor engineers, and influence design standards, methodologies, and best practices across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Design & Subject Matter Expertise

• Lead and support advanced ground improvement designs across multiple regions and project sectors.
• Serve as a technical resource on complex geotechnical and ground improvement challenges.
• Support difficult pre-bid engineering efforts where technical judgment is critical.
• Perform design reviews, calculations, technical evaluations, and engineering assessments.
• Provide technical support to regional engineering teams on complex projects.
• Collaborate closely with operations and field teams to ensure constructible and efficient solutions.

Technical Leadership & Practice Development

• Mentor and support the development of engineers and designers across the organization.
• Deliver technical training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Develop and standardize design templates, workflows, and engineering procedures.
• Improve consistency, efficiency, and quality across design teams.
• Support the advancement of engineering standards and technical best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• PE license preferred.
• Extensive experience in geotechnical engineering, foundation engineering, or ground improvement.
• Strong technical design and analytical capabilities.
• Experience supporting complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to mentor engineers and communicate technical information effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple technical priorities across a national portfolio.

What You'll Gain

• A true technical leadership and Subject Matter Expert position.
• Exposure to complex projects across diverse geographies and soil conditions.
• Opportunity to influence engineering practices on a national scale.
• Significant mentoring, leadership, and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.