Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Lead for Major Projects

UES; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

UES in Irving, TX seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead complex geotechnical projects for industrial, energy, and data-center developments. You will manage planning, subsurface investigations, analyses, and construction support with a high degree of autonomy.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and schedules, and maintain strong client relationships while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (Master’s strongly preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Recognized expertise in advanced geotechnical modeling, soil‑structure interaction, and ground improvement technologies.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex projects.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Active participation in professional organizations (e.g., ASCE, DFI, Geo‑Institute) preferred.
• Ability to travel extensively for client and project needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical expert on geotechnical engineering projects of significant complexity and scope.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, coordinating geotechnical input for large infrastructure, transportation, energy, and commercial projects.
• Develop innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable geotechnical design solutions.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources, ensuring delivery of high-quality work products.
• Build and maintain strategic client relationships, leading proposal efforts and negotiations for major contracts.
• Provide senior-level review and approval of geotechnical reports, specifications, and engineering analyses.
• Mentor, train, and develop junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and professional associations.
• Contribute to company-wide technical standards, research initiatives, and best practices.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and quality control procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Geotechnical modeling

Soil-structure interaction

Ground improvement

Client relations

Mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

PE license

Job description

UES in Irving, TX seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead complex geotechnical projects for industrial, energy, and data-center developments. You will manage planning, subsurface investigations, analyses, and construction support with a high degree of autonomy.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and schedules, and maintain strong client relationships while adhering to safety and quality standards.