Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Lead, Design & Mentorship

CDM Smith; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced geotechnical/civil engineer to design excavation, foundations and geo-environmental projects. You will review drafts for compliance, perform site studies, and help develop technical documentation. Travel up to 40% may be required. A PE license and 7+ years of related experience are expected.

The role involves mentoring junior staff, collaborating on proposals, and presenting solutions to clients, with opportunities for professional growth and industry impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Mining or Geologic Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineer (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; travel frequency depends on duties.

Responsibilities

• Create excavation, dewatering, foundations, dams/levees and geo-environmental project designs.
• Review designs for regulatory compliance and sign off.
• Perform site reviews and update design requirements as needed.
• Contribute to technical design documentation and white papers.
• Collaborate with sales to respond to RFPs and prepare proposals.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff and may supervise junior engineers.

Skills

CADD 3D/4D software

Engineering design principles

Microsoft Excel

Verbal and written communication

Regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Mining or Geologic Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced geotechnical/civil engineer to design excavation, foundations and geo-environmental projects. You will review drafts for compliance, perform site studies, and help develop technical documentation. Travel up to 40% may be required. A PE license and 7+ years of related experience are expected.

The role involves mentoring junior staff, collaborating on proposals, and presenting solutions to clients, with opportunities for professional growth and industry impact.