Senior Geotechnical Engineer

HDR; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 109,526 - 156,465; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Missoula, Montana. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of experience, with a focus on geotechnical investigations and project management. This role involves leading geotechnical activities across various projects. Competitive compensation and a full benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the relevant board.
• Experience with geotechnical data management and visualization software.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare geotechnical investigations and designs.
• Organize and manage geotechnical investigations.
• Perform technical analyses and prepare geotechnical reports.

Skills

Geotechnical investigations

Project management

Microsoft Office applications

GIS

CADD

GeoStudio/Ensoft software

Bentley suite software

Numerical modeling techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS software

CADD software

Bentley software

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

HDR is an employee‑owned company that fosters an inclusive, collaborative culture where every employee is valued and respected. We are part of the Water Business Group, helping communities manage water through safe drinking water, wastewater treatment, sustainable supply, and flood control. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

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; 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:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 10 years of experience.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location; e.g., 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.

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation range (State specific): Montana: $109,526 - $156,465; Washington: $109,526 - $156,465.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

Primary location: United States-Montana-Billings.

Other locations: United States-North Dakota-Bismarck, United States-South Dakota-Rapid City, United States-Idaho-Coeur d’Alene, United States-Wyoming-Cheyenne, United States-Montana-Butte, United States-South Dakota-Sioux Falls, United States-North Dakota-Fargo, United States-Montana-Kalispell, United States-Montana-Bozeman, United States-Wyoming-Gillette, United States-Idaho-Boise, United States-Montana-Missoula, United States-Wyoming-Lander, United States-Montana-Helena, United States-Washington-Spokane.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior. Employment type: Full‑time. Business class: Dams, Levees, Civil Works.

We are committed to the principles of employment equity. HDR is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.