Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Lead Design & 20-40% Travel

CDM Smith; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a geotechnical engineer to lead excavation, foundation and dam-related design work. You will ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with sales to respond to client proposals.

Ideal candidates hold a PE license, a geotechnical or civil engineering degree, and at least seven years of related experience. Travel up to 40% may be required depending on project needs and location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Mining or Geologic Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel 20–40%.

Responsibilities

• Design excavation and foundation systems per client requirements.
• Review designs for compliance with regs and sign off.
• Perform site reviews and ensure alignment with location specs.
• Develop technical/design documentation and white papers.
• Mentor junior staff and supervise engineers on projects.

Skills

CADD 3D/4D

Geotech design

MS Excel/Office

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

PE license

Bachelor's in Geotechnical/Civil/Mining/Geologic Eng

Equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a geotechnical engineer to lead excavation, foundation and dam-related design work. You will ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with sales to respond to client proposals.

Ideal candidates hold a PE license, a geotechnical or civil engineering degree, and at least seven years of related experience. Travel up to 40% may be required depending on project needs and location.