Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Dam Safety & FERC Expert

Ayres Associates Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

401K with company match

Job summary

Ayres Associates Inc. is seeking a senior geotechnical/geological engineer in Madison, WI. This role involves managing dam rehabilitation projects and executing advanced geotechnical analyses, particularly for FERC-regulated dams. Candidates should have a PE license, 10+ years of experience, and knowledge of FERC standards.

The company values collaborative teamwork, and offers competitive benefits including health insurance, PTO, and a 401K plan. Join a recognized Top Workplace and contribute to high-impact projects.

Qualifications

• Registered professional engineer (PE) in a US state.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in geotechnical/geological engineering.
• Experience completing designs and analyses for dams at FERC projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead in identifying marketing opportunities and winning projects.
• Manage projects and ensure quality standards.
• Support mentorship and development of staff.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Knowledge of FERC regulations

Proficient in GeoStudio SLOPE/W and SEEP/W

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Master's degree in geotechnical/geological engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

GeoStudio SLOPE/W

GeoStudio SEEP/W

Job description

Ayres Associates Inc. is seeking a senior geotechnical/geological engineer in Madison, WI. This role involves managing dam rehabilitation projects and executing advanced geotechnical analyses, particularly for FERC-regulated dams. Candidates should have a PE license, 10+ years of experience, and knowledge of FERC standards.

The company values collaborative teamwork, and offers competitive benefits including health insurance, PTO, and a 401K plan. Join a recognized Top Workplace and contribute to high-impact projects.