Senior Geotechnical Engineer

UES; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a motivated Senior Geotechnical Engineer to manage projects focused on geotechnical analysis and reporting. Responsibilities include field explorations, client communication, and project management ensuring high-quality deliverables in various settings. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant engineering degree and significant experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Kentucky required.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical field explorations and oversee lab testing.
• Prepare and review detailed geotechnical reports.
• Manage geotechnical projects from proposal to report delivery.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Client communication

Project management

Geotechnical software

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Master’s in Civil Engineering

Tools

gINT

Microsoft Excel

SLOPE/W

VOLFL0

SLIDE

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Overview

We are seeking a motivated and client-oriented

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and client-oriented Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on geotechnical-related projects with an emphasis on analysis, preparation of comprehensive geotechnical reports, and direct client communication. The successful candidate will manage projects from start to finish, ensuring seamless execution, high-quality deliverables, and exceptional client service.

Core Areas Of Analysis

General Geotechnical Explorations

Foundation Evaluations

Pavement Design and Analysis

Settlement Analysis

Slope Stability Analysis

Karst Explorations

Construction Site and Expansive Soils Evaluations

Special Inspections and Construction Materials Testing (CMT)

Please note that the duties below may vary based on the changing needs of the company.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical field explorations and oversee laboratory testing.
• Analyze and interpret field and laboratory data to provide sound geotechnical recommendations.
• Prepare and review detailed geotechnical reports for commercial, industrial, retail, government, and residential projects.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients throughout project lifecycles, ensuring their needs are met and expectations exceeded.
• Manage geotechnical projects, including proposal development, project execution, and report delivery.
• Coordinate field activities with drill crews, including scheduling and sampling logistics.
• Conduct field work as necessary to ensure accurate data collection and quality control.
• Utilize engineering software (e.g., gINT, DARWin, SLOPE/W, VOLFLO, gSTABL, SLIDE, Microsoft Excel) for analysis and reporting.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering (required); Master’s in Civil Engineering (preferred).
• Licensure: Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Kentucky (required).
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in industry-standard geotechnical software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Additional: Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
  
  

Who We Are

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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