Senior Geotechnical Engineer (PE)

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is hiring a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Phoenix, Arizona. This role requires extensive experience in geotechnical analysis, management of subconsultants, and development of design specifications for infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate should hold a Professional Engineer (PE) license and have at least 10 years of professional experience, particularly in foundation design and advanced numerical modeling techniques. The position is a full-time opportunity.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in geotechnical or geological engineering.
• Active participation in professional societies (ASCE, AEG, DFI).
• Hands-on expertise with field/lab testing and foundation design.

Responsibilities

• Scope, plan, and execute site characterization studies.
• Manage work by geotechnical subconsultants.
• Provide QA/QC reviews of geotechnical deliverables.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Project management

Foundation design

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Education

Master’s in Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or related Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Microsoft Office

GeoStudio

gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog

Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer (PE)

Responsibilities

• Scope, plan, and execute site characterization studies and field/laboratory investigations.
• Manage work by geotechnical subconsultants including drilling firms, geophysical and special testing consultants, and testing labs.
• Develop geologic and geotechnical designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for major transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Support and execute geotechnical analysis and design of foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, site grading, ground improvement, and pavement systems.
• Provide QA/QC reviews of geotechnical deliverables, including those prepared by subconsultants.
• Partner with single and multidisciplinary teams through all phases of a project—from concept to construction support.
• Provide geotechnical planning, oversight and review in the role of Owner’s Engineer for Alternative Delivery projects.

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of experience
• Active participation in professional societies (ASCE, AEG, DFI, Geo Institute of ASCE).
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, GIS, and CADD, as appropriate.
• Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software, as appropriate.
• Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog).
• Knowledge of advanced numerical modeling techniques such as Finite Difference, Finite Element, Discrete Element, etc. and commercial software for advanced numerical modeling (Bentley, PLAXIS, Itasca FLAC).
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s in Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or related Engineering.
• 8+ years of geotechnical or geological engineering experience.
• Hands‑on expertise with subsurface investigations, field/lab testing, foundation design, slope stability, settlement, and ground improvement.
• Experience with software such as SHAFT, LPILE, SETTLE3D, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, RocScience Programs, AASHTO MEPDG, gINT, GIS, or Civil 3D.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, technical writing ability, and the drive to thrive in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

Primary Location

United States - Arizona - Phoenix

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-Time

Employee Status

Regular

Equal Opportunity Employer

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.