Senior Geotechnical Engineer

NV5; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

PTO

401(k)

Professional development/advancement

Company paid Life & AD&D

Company paid Disability

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

NV5, Inc. in Orlando, Florida, is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical projects, oversee analysis, field exploration, and reporting.

The role emphasizes senior review of proposals and client commitments, with opportunities to lead business development and presentations. The position requires a Florida PE license (or ability to obtain within 8–12 months) and 5+ years of geotechnical experience, with proficiency in gINT, LPile, SlopeW, MathCAD, and CAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required; MS in Civil/Geotechnical preferred.
• Florida PE licensure required or ability to obtain within 8–12 months.
• 5+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Experience with geotechnical design and calculations for permanent and temporary support systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct and execute geotechnical project assignments including engineering analysis and report preparation, field exploration and laboratory services.
• Provide senior level review of proposals and reports and ensure that commitments to clients are met.
• Direct and develop proposals and presentations and assist in business development activities.
• Actively participate in professional and technical organizations.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Engineering analysis

Field exploration

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil/Geotechnical (preferred)

P.E. licensure in Florida

Tools

gINT

LPile

SlopeW

MathCAD

CAD

Job description

Position Summary

NV5, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated, self-driven Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a leadership position in our Orlando, FLoffice. The Orlando office provides consulting engineering services which include conventional geotechnical services and construction materials testing services, as well as advanced geotechnical engineering for deep foundations, sinkhole delineation, retaining structures, and forensic geotechnical engineering. Our client base is in both the commercial and public sectors.

Responsibilities

• Direct and execute geotechnical project assignments including engineering analysis and report preparation, field exploration and laboratory services.
• Provide senior level review of proposals and reports and ensure that commitments to clients are met.
• Direct and develop proposals and presentations and assist in business development activities.
• Actively participate in professional and technical organizations.

Requirements

Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering at minimum, MS in Civil/Geotechnical preferred.
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer in state of Florida, or ability to get license within 8-12 months of employment.
• Must have experience with Geotechnical design and calculations for permanent and temporary support systems for excavation and building foundations.
• A qualified candidate should have at least 5 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Experience with software including gINT, LPile, SlopeW, MathCAD, and CAD is preferred.
• Senior level is based on experience.

Certifications/Licenses:

• P.E. in Florida

Benefits

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Company paid Disability
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Company Overview

NV5 delivers technology-enabled engineering, consulting, and geospatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and optimize infrastructure, buildings, utilities, and environmental systems. We bring together technical expertise, data, and innovative thinking to create resilient, high-performance assets. As part of TiC Solutions, alongside Acuren, we share a purpose: to shape and strengthen the physical world.

Our work starts with our people. We invest in their growth and never compromise on safety. We work as one team across disciplines and geographies, bringing diverse perspectives and a shared purpose to complex challenges.

At NV5, we take pride in high-quality work that creates lasting value for our clients. We challenge the status quo, continuously improve, and turn insight into smarter designs, plans, and solutions. Join us to contribute your expertise and collaborate with our teams to help shape the infrastructure and systems the world relies on.