Senior Geotechnical Engineer — Lead Field & Design Expert

DOWL Brand; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DOWL Brand in Helena, MT seeks Senior Geotechnical Engineer 1 to lead advanced geotechnical analysis for large, complex projects. You will interpret laboratory data, assess earthwork, slopes, foundations, and seismic hazards, and produce technical reports.

The role requires field work, travel away from home for extended periods, mentoring staff, and coordinating tasks with project teams on-site and in the office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering preferred.
• PE license is required; advanced degree is a plus (MS/PhD).

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced geotechnical analyses for earthwork, slopes, foundations, and seismic hazards.
• Prepare complex geotechnical reports and technical memos.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate project tasks and deadlines.
• Interact with clients and manage fieldwork and office tasks.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Mentoring

Project management

Field experience

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

gINT

Geosystems

Rocscience

Geostudio

Piles/Piers

AASHTO

Job description

DOWL Brand in Helena, MT seeks Senior Geotechnical Engineer 1 to lead advanced geotechnical analysis for large, complex projects. You will interpret laboratory data, assess earthwork, slopes, foundations, and seismic hazards, and produce technical reports.

The role requires field work, travel away from home for extended periods, mentoring staff, and coordinating tasks with project teams on-site and in the office.