Senior Geotechnical Engineer: Design Authority & Mentorship

ECS Group of Companies; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Charlotte, NC seeks a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to provide regional technical leadership across major projects in public infrastructure, commercial, industrial and data-center sectors.

You will mentor a multidisciplinary team and act as a key technical authority while guiding field staff through complex analyses and designs. This role emphasizes leadership, design excellence, and strategic business development.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of geotechnical and transportation engineering experience.
• PE license required; PG may be acceptable depending on state requirements.
• Knowledge of DOT Geotechnical Design Manual (GDM) and AASHTO LRFD specifications.
• Proficiency with MicroStation/OpenRoads or similar programs for infra projects.
• Proven track record as a senior technical reviewer in a prior firm.
• Valid driver’s license for travel to sites and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as final technical reviewer and signatory for geotechnical reports, designs, plans, and analyses.
• Oversee development of geotechnical reports and design packages with seal and signature as Engineer of Record.
• Provide technical expertise to geotechnical staff across branch and region.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, technicians, designers, and PMs for growth and promotion.
• Lead complex designs for slope stability, foundations, retaining structures, and settlements.
• Direct field exploration activities including drilling and site inspections.
• Drive business development by attending client meetings and identifying growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Associate Principal review committee to identify future leaders.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mentorship

Business development

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

gINT

LPile

APile

MSEW

FB-Pier

GRLWEAP

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Charlotte, NC seeks a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to provide regional technical leadership across major projects in public infrastructure, commercial, industrial and data-center sectors.

You will mentor a multidisciplinary team and act as a key technical authority while guiding field staff through complex analyses and designs. This role emphasizes leadership, design excellence, and strategic business development.