Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead impactful geotechnical investigations and analyses. This role involves planning and coordinating investigations for transportation projects, managing teams, and ensuring that recommendations are implemented effectively. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in geotechnical engineering, a Professional Engineer license, and proficiency in specialized software tools. Join a dynamic team committed to making a difference in communities worldwide while fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions for the world's challenges.

Qualifications

• Requires a PE license and 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Proficient in tools like Microsoft Office, GIS, and CADD.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare geotechnical investigations for major projects.
• Supervise professionals and manage geotechnical investigations.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Project Management

Technical Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

10 years of experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

CADD

GeoStudio/Ensoft

Bentley suite (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)

PLAXIS

Itasca FLAC

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?

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.

In the role of Senior 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.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) 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.

Primary Location: United States-California-Irvine

Industry: Transit

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Geotechnical

Job Posting: Apr 22, 2025

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

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.