Senior Civil / Geotechnical Engineer (Nuclear Projects)

JOHNSON SERVICE GROUP; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Service Group is seeking an experienced Civil/Geotechnical Engineer for a Knoxville, TN direct-hire role aligned with nuclear project demand from Oak Ridge National Laboratory. U.S. citizenship is required.

The position offers a full-time, hybrid schedule with relocation assistance for highly qualified candidates. Responsibilities include project management, subsurface investigations, Engineer of Record duties, and leading CMT programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required; PE license preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in energy, transportation, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience with NQA-1 quality programs.
• Ability to perform field work and manage projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee subsurface investigations for diverse infrastructure projects.
• Serve as Engineer of Record for technical quality of deliverables.
• Lead Construction Materials Testing and special inspection programs.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate cross-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Foundation design

Project management

Mentoring

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GeoStudio

gINT

LPILE

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

GeoStudio

gINT

LPILE

GROUP

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is a professional staffing firm, and we are recruiting for an experienced, Civil/Geotechnical Engineer based in Knoxville, TN. This direct hire role will be aligned with the growing nuclear project demand emanating from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and supporting industries. Due to Federal DOE requirements, U.S. citizenship is required.Annual Base Salary: $150,000 - $180,000/year + full benefits packageLocation: Knoxville, TN (Local or Regional Candidates Highly Preferred)Hours: Full Time / Hybrid Work ScheduleRelocation Assistance: Available for highly qualified candidatesResponsibilities will fall under three areas:Project Management:Manage civil engineering projects from proposal through final deliverable, ensuring client satisfaction, quality, schedule, and profitability.Plan and oversee subsurface investigations for transportation, commercial, industrial, energy, and municipal infrastructure projects.Serve as Engineer of Record when appropriate and ensure the technical quality of all deliverables.Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff while promoting technical excellence.Perform and review geotechnical engineering analyses including:Foundation designSlope stability evaluationsSettlement analysisRetaining wall designEarthwork recommendationsGround improvement evaluationsPavement support recommendationsConstruction Materials Testing (CMT):Manage Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspection projects from proposal through project closeout, ensuring quality, profitability, schedule, and client satisfaction.Provide engineering oversight for construction materials testing programs including:Soil testing and earthwork evaluationConcrete testing and quality assuranceAsphalt testing and pavement evaluationsStructural steel inspectionsMasonry inspectionsDeep foundation testing and observationSpecial inspections in accordance with applicable building codesReview laboratory and field-testing data and provide engineering interpretations and recommendations.Prepare engineering reports, technical memorandums, specifications, proposals, and construction recommendations.Serve as Engineer of Record when required and provide engineering judgment regarding material acceptance and construction compliance.Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers, project managers, inspectors, technicians, and laboratory personnel.Monitor project budgets, schedules, staffing, and resource allocation to ensure successful project execution.Ensure compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, ICC, DOT, and other applicable industry standards and specifications.Collaborate with geotechnical, structural, civil, environmental, and transportation engineering teams to provide integrated project solutions.Provide engineering support during construction, including field observations, problem resolution, and contractor coordination.Maintain compliance with applicable building codes, industry standards, and state and federal regulations.Industry Networking:Develop and maintain strong relationships with public and private sector clients to identify and secure new business opportunities.Support business development efforts including client meetings, networking, proposal preparation, presentations, and contract negotiations.Identify opportunities for cross-selling and support strategic growth initiatives by expanding the firm's multidisciplinary services throughout existing and emerging markets.Assist in growing the Construction Materials Testing practice by cultivating relationships with contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and public agencies while providing technical leadership for complex projects.Education / Experience:Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required. (Master’s Degree preferred.)Current Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.8+ years of experience managing energy, transportation, commercial, industrial, municipal, or infrastructure projects.Experience working within an NQA-1 quality program is required.Experience serving as a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) field technician or technical review supervisor.Experience serving as an accredited lab or technical review supervisor.Demonstrated success in business development efforts, client relationship management, and project delivery.Ability to perform occasional field work on active construction sites and undeveloped properties.Demonstrated proficiency in:Geotechnical engineering analysis and foundation designGeotechnical engineering software (GeoStudio, gINT, LPILE, GROUP, or similar)ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, ICC, and DOT testing standardsConstruction observation and special inspectionsLaboratory and field-testing proceduresAutoCAD Civil 3D (preferred)Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)Proposal development and project budgetingPreferred Certifications:ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade IICC Special Inspector certificationsNICET certificationsJohnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.#D310#LI-JR1