Senior Engineer

Jobtailor; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an experienced geotechnical engineer to lead diverse projects in the Cincinnati region. The role focuses on field investigations, analysis, and developing practical engineering recommendations for complex sites.

The successful candidate will manage project scope, schedules, and budgets while communicating technical concepts clearly to clients and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with licensure or eligibility.
• Proven leadership and strong communication skills.
• Experience leading geotechnical projects and field programs.
• Ability to manage reporting, design and cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and consulting services for geotechnical projects and clients.
• Perform and/or lead field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations.
• Design and develop plans and specifications.
• Conduct observation and inspection and prepare, write, and review related reports.
• Review drawings and construction for compliance with plans and specifications.
• Prepare proposals and cost estimates.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Field investigations

Engineering analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer

Job description

• Provide engineering and consulting services for a broad array of geotechnical projects and clients
• Perform and/or lead field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations
• Design and develop plans and specifications
• Conduct observation and inspection and prepare, write, and review related reports
• Review drawings and construction for compliance with plans and specifications
• Prepare proposals and cost estimates
• Track and evaluate project progress and budgets and recommend changes
• Research and resolve design and construction problems
• Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports
• Communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams
• Lead safety efforts and promote pre-task planning
• Monitor and improve project quality and manage project-related risk
• Provide technical direction for routine, unique, and complex projects
• Conceptualize initial designs or investigative approaches for major project phases
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate engineering work
• Review complex investigation projects and supervise analysis and recommendations in client reports
• Lead technical training
• Provide leadership in marketing, sales, and business development
• Supervise less experienced engineers or technical support personnel
• Serve as a Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer after training and vetting

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 8-11 years’ experience
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in geotechnical engineering, including field investigations, engineering analysis, and project management. Capable of leading teams, communicating complex concepts, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Project Management
• Field Investigations
• Engineering Analysis
• Leadership in Marketing and Business Development

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Engineering Analysis
• Design and Development
• Cost Estimation
• Project Tracking
• Technical Direction
• Report Writing
• Compliance Review
• Safety Management
• Problem Resolution
• Proposal Preparation

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Team Leadership
• Training and Mentoring
• Client Interaction
• Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer

Industry Keywords

• Geotechnical Projects
• Field Data Evaluation
• Construction Compliance
• Project Quality Management
• Risk Management