Senior Geotechnical Engineer, Hydropower & Dams

Hatch Ltd.

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Hatch is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Pittsburgh, PA team, focusing on hydropower and dam projects. You will deliver geotechnical analyses, support site investigations, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across energy, mining, and infrastructure sectors.

The role requires strong technical writing, communication skills, and a background in embankment dams and foundation assessments. Travel within the US and internationally is expected, with opportunities for growth within

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with geotechnical specialization.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States or eligible.
  • 10–15 years of post-graduation geotechnical experience.
  • Experience with hydropower and dam projects.
  • Site investigations, seismic and liquefaction analyses, seepage.
  • Mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to travel within the United States and internationally.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver geotechnical analyses and designs for hydropower, dams and related infrastructure.
  • Perform embankment dam and foundation assessments; seismic response evaluations.
  • Support site investigations and construction activities; prepare reports.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and review project documents.
  • Build client relationships; identify opportunities in the US market; proposals.

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with geotechnical specialization
Master's degree in geotechnical engineering
Geotechnical project leadership
Technical writing
Communication skills
Travel readiness

Tools

GeoStudio
Rocscience
LPILE
PLAXIS
gINT
Leapfrog
OpenGround

Job description

Hatch is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Pittsburgh, PA team, focusing on hydropower and dam projects. You will deliver geotechnical analyses, support site investigations, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across energy, mining, and infrastructure sectors.

The role requires strong technical writing, communication skills, and a background in embankment dams and foundation assessments. Travel within the US and internationally is expected, with opportunities for growth within

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