Senior Geotechnical Engineer

CTL Engineering, Inc.; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

ESOP

Job summary

CTL Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer (P.E. required) to lead geotechnical explorations and investigations for a diverse regional client base.

You will oversee technical aspects from concept to final reports and collaborate with architects, engineers, developers, and agencies to deliver customized geotechnical studies and solutions. You will guide projects through all stages of land profile evaluation, leveraging industry experience and problem-solving skills to ensure

Qualifications

• Experience with common geotechnical software
• Self-motivated, reliable, detail-oriented
• Strong communication with clients and project teams

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or lead field investigations, analyses, calculations, and report writing for geotechnical services.
• Conduct geotechnical explorations, soils testing, and lab QA.
• Coordinate subsurface investigations, test borings, and utility coordination.
• Review drawings to ensure compliance with plans and specs.
• Prepare proposals, cost estimates, and track project progress/budgets.
• Resolve design/construction issues and provide technical leadership.
• mentor engineers, geologists, and technicians on projects.
• Develop and maintain client relationships; identify new work opportunities.

Skills

Geotechnical software

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Education

BS Civil Engineering

MS Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology preferred

Job description

CTL Engineering is hiringa

Senior Geotechnical Engineer!

CTL Engineering ( www.ctleng.com ) is an award-winning, full-service consulting engineering firm with (15) locations across OH, IN, WV, KY, NC, SC, and VA with a rich history over our (98) years in business. We provide civil/site design and land surveying, environmental, geotechnical , construction administration & inspection, accident reconstruction, roofing/building envelope, A/V system design, troubleshooting & installation, transportation design (bridge/roadway), and specialized testing services to the construction industry.

We are looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer ( P.E. required ) who will play a key role in performing geotechnical explorations and investigations for our clients and overseeing the technical aspects, and completion, of these projects. You’ll leverage your expertise and creative problem-solving skills while collaborating closely with institutions/municipal agencies, Architects, Engineers, Developers, and project teams to deliver customized geotechnical studies, reports, and solutions. From initial concept development to final execution, this role will guide projects through every stage of the land profile evaluation process, ensuring seamless integration and optimal results.

If you are passionate about staying ahead of industry trends, enjoy problem-solving, and have a creative approach to the geotechnical field, we want to hear from you!

This is more than a job posting … it's an invitation to bring your expertise to a company where innovation and passion converge seamlessly.

Highlights

• Interesting projects ranging from infrastructure, industrial, commercial, and “one-off”/unique engineering.
• Projects are primarily located throughout West Virginia and the surrounding region, including southeastern Ohio and eastern Kentucky.
  • Most project site visits can be completed with a day trip but an occasional overnight stay may be required, although this is uncommon.
  • A company vehicle can be provided or reimbursement for personal vehicle use.

Responsibilities

• Performing and/or leading field investigations, engineering analyses, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided
• Performing geotechnical explorations and investigations, soils/materials testing, maintenance of lab quality.
• Interacting with clients to create new business by providing quality customer service and responsiveness, assist in planning and execution of subsurface investigation programs, locating test-boring inspections in the field and utility coordination, development of design and analysis of earth embankments, earth-retaining structures, anchoring systems, deep foundations, slope stability analysis and foundations, etc.
• Reviewing drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Preparing proposals and cost estimates, tracking and evaluating project progress, budgets, and recommend changes.
• Researching and resolving design and construction problems.
• Assigning, reviewing, and evaluating laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and professional development to Engineers, Geologists, and Technicians.
• Applying sound engineering principles and being able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams.
• Developing and maintaining client relationships.
• Identifying opportunities for new work.
• Assisting with business development and marketing efforts.
• Managing project budgets and schedules.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Self-motivated, reliable, quality-minded and detail-oriented.
• Experience with common Geotechnical software.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in consulting engineering on various civil projects
• PE licensure in West Virginia is required
• Possesses a Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history
• Experience with transportation projects and agencies such as WVDOT, ODOT, KYTC, or related public agencies is preferred.

Education

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering
• Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology is preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be willing to travel, and be physically able to maneuver on open terrain.

Benefits

• CTL Engineering offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, an award-winning ESOP ( Employee Stock Ownership Plan ), and a 401K plan.

CTL Engineering provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.