Senior Geotechnical Engineer

X4 Engineering; Houston (TX); In loco; USD 120.000 - 170.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

401(k) with match

PTO and holidays

License renewal support

Descrizione del lavoro

X4 Engineering in Houston, TX, is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to own technical delivery across residential, commercial, TxDOT, municipal, and industrial projects.

The role requires leading field investigations, deep foundation design, reports, client relationships, and mentoring staff, with Texas PE and 5+ years experience; you will work on-site with a strong regional reputation.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Active Texas PE license required.
• 5+ years of geotechnical experience, Gulf Coast preferred.

Mansioni

• Plan and oversee geotechnical field investigations (borings, CPT, piezometers, in-situ testing).
• Lead engineering analysis: shallow and deep foundation design, settlement, slope stability, and expansive soils.
• Prepare and seal geotechnical investigation reports, pavement design recommendations, and engineering correspondence.
• Act as engineer of record on projects requiring a Texas PE seal.
• Own client relationships and serve as the primary technical contact on assigned projects.
• Coordinate with field technicians, drillers, and lab staff to keep projects on schedule and on spec.
• Contribute to proposals, scoping, and fee estimation for new work.
• Mentor junior engineers and EITs.
• Liaise directly with regulatory and public agencies as needed.

Conoscenze

Geotechnical engineering

Texas PE license

Field investigations

Report writing

Client relations

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

My client, a testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) company with an established geotechnical division in Houston, is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their team. This is a chance to take ownership of technical delivery on a varied caseload, from residential and commercial developments to TxDOT, municipal, and industrial projects across the Gulf Coast, with a firm that holds TxDOT and AASHTO accreditations and a strong regional reputation.

The Role:

• Plan and oversee geotechnical field investigations (borings, CPT, piezometers, in-situ testing) across residential, commercial, industrial, and public works projects
• Lead engineering analysis: shallow and deep foundation design (drilled shafts, driven and augercast piles), settlement, slope stability, and expansive soil evaluation (PVR, swell/shrink potential)
• Prepare and seal geotechnical investigation reports, pavement design recommendations, and engineering correspondence
• Act as engineer of record on projects requiring a Texas PE seal
• Own client relationships and serve as the primary technical contact on assigned projects
• Coordinate with field technicians, drillers, and lab staff to keep projects on schedule and on spec
• Contribute to proposals, scoping, and fee estimation for new work
• Mentor junior engineers and EITs
• Liaise directly with regulatory and public agencies (City of Houston, Harris County, TxDOT, HCFCD) as needed

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field
• Active Texas PE license required
• 5+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience, ideally in the Gulf Coast region
• Track record as engineer of record on reports involving deep foundation design and/or expansive clay soils
• Strong working knowledge of IBC as adopted locally, TxDOT specifications, and City of Houston design standards
• Experience on TxDOT, municipal, or flood control projects strongly preferred

  Nice to Have:

  • Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering
  • Experience with Houston-area challenges such as growth faults, subsidence, high groundwater, or soft coastal soils
  • Prior experience mentoring junior staff or leading a small team
  • Existing relationships across Houston public works, land development, or the petrochemical/industrial sector

  What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience
  • 401(k) with match
  • PTO and holidays
  • Support for license renewals and continued professional development