Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

Austin, Northern (TX, KY)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

HDR is seeking a Sr. Geotechnical Engineer in Texas to lead geotechnical investigations and analyses for major transportation and infrastructure projects. You will guide design teams, coordinate with clients, and manage complex field programs with technical rigor and safety in mind.

Qualified candidates bring 10+ years in geotechnical engineering, a PE license, and proficiency with Bentley, PLAXIS, Itasca FLAC, and GeoStudio/Ensoft in a collaborative, employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

10+ years of geotechnical experience required.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Experience with large-scale transportation projects preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and supervise geotechnical investigations with significant program impact.
Coordinate with designers and prepare technical reports.
Lead and develop geotechnical teams on large projects; provide mentorship and guidance.

Skills

Geotechnical experience

Project management

Leadership

Education

Master of Science in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Professional Engineer license (PE)

Tools

Bentley

PLAXIS

Itasca FLAC

gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog

GeoStudio/Ensoft

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

At HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Sr. Geotechnical Engineer, we'll count on you to:

Plan and prepare geotechnical investigations or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs
Participate in marketing efforts of both internal and external clients
Organize, conduct, and coordinate or manage geotechnical investigations for transportation and other projects
Perform geotechnical technical analyses, prepare geotechnical reports and coordinate with designers to implement recommendations
Perform complex engineering assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
Make decisions on design and engineering procedures as needed
Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on large-size projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position
Supervise professionals, technicians and design teams, as needed
Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of Geotechnical Experience
Master of Science Degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering
Knowledge of advanced numerical modeling techniques such as Finite Difference, Finite Element, Discrete Element, etc. and commercial software for advanced numerical modeling (Bentley, PLAXIS, Itasca FLAC)

Experience with large-scale TxDOT projects

Required Qualifications

10 years of experience

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

Experience with Microsoft Office applications, GIS, and CADD, as appropriate
Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software, as appropriate
Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)
Knowledge of advanced numerical modeling techniques such as Finite Difference, Finite Element, Discrete Element, etc. and commercial software for advanced numerical modeling (Bentley, PLAXIS, Itasca FLAC)
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Houston

Other Locations

United States-Texas-Austin

Industry

Power

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status