Senior Geotechnical Engineer — Lead Projects & Mentorship

smeinc; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with H&

ESOP with 5% company contribution

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays and PTO with rollover

Paid Maternity/Parental Leave

Employee Recognition Program

Credential Incentive Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Pro

$2,000 Referral Bonuses & More!

Job summary

S&ME in New Albany, Indiana is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead projects from planning through delivery, overseeing subsurface investigations, analysis, and design. You will mentor junior engineers and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and client service. A PE license and 8+ years in the A/E/C industry are preferred; strong proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD is required to succeed in this

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, Mining, or a related engineering field
• Minimum of 8 years of project management experience in the A/E/C industry
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain
• Strong proficiency in computer skills, including at a minimum Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD

Responsibilities

• Geotechnical Analysis & Design: Perform and oversee advanced evaluations related to foundations, settlement, slope stability, and earth support systems, and recommend appropriate ground improvement or mitigation methods.
• Project & Client Collaboration: Partner with clients, contractors, and internal teams to support successful project execution while providing guidance, feedback, and mentorship to junior staff.
• Reporting & Proposal Development: Produce clear, well-organized technical reports, contribute to project proposals, and support marketing and relationship-building activities.
• Leadership & Quality Focus: Promote best practices by maintaining compliance with company standards, emphasizing safety, risk management, schedule adherence, and quality control throughout all phases of work.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, Mining, or a related engineering field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

S&ME in New Albany, Indiana is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead projects from planning through delivery, overseeing subsurface investigations, analysis, and design. You will mentor junior engineers and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and client service. A PE license and 8+ years in the A/E/C industry are preferred; strong proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD is required to succeed in this