Senior Geotechnical Engineer

DLZ Corporation; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts & health-s

401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)

Paid parental leave

Life & AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Wellness program with reimbursement

Job summary

DLZ Corporation seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical design for bridges, dams, and levees across the Midwest. The role may be based in Columbus, OH, with travel to nearby states, guiding project delivery and mentoring junior engineers.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of geotechnical experience, PE licensure, and strong client engagement skills to support proposals, safety, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or geological engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years in geotechnical engineering for bridges, dams, levees, or large foundations.
• PE license in the U.S. (Ohio preferred); US Army Corps experience desirable.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical design and analysis for bridges, buildings, dams, and levees.
• Oversee field investigations and reporting.
• Mentor junior engineers and review work.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support proposals and occasional marketing activities.
• Ensure safety compliance and uphold company values.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Leadership

Client relations

Mentoring

Project delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's in Geotechnical Engineering

PE license (US)

Job description

Shape the Future with DLZ!

At DLZ Corporation, we don’t just design infrastructure—we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest.

Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact.

DLZ is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing geotechnical team. This position may be based in Columbus, Ohio; Akron, Ohio; Lexington, Kentucky; Chicago, Illinois; Indianapolis, Indiana; South Bend, Indiana; or Burns Harbor, Indiana, with opportunities to support projects throughout the Midwest.

We are looking for a talented professional with 10+ years of experience delivering geotechnical solutions for bridges, dams, levees, and other major infrastructure projects. This role combines technical leadership, project delivery, client engagement, and mentorship while working on challenging, high-profile projects across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead geotechnical design and analysis for bridges, buildings/ structures, dams and levees.
• Oversee field investigations, inspections, and geotechnical reporting.
• Mentor junior engineers and review technical work.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support proposals and occasional marketing activities.
• Ensure safety compliance and represent company values.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or Geological Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience, with expertise in dams, levees, and/or large bridge foundations.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the U.S. (Ohio PE preferred).
• Experience with ODOT projects and/or U.S. Army Corps of Engineer’s highly desired.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Available for occasional short-term travel.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects.
• Collaborative and growth-focused team culture.

Investing in Your Future:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
• 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
• Paid parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Wellness program with reimbursement benefits

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At DLZ, diversity isn’t just a policy—it’s a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws.