Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Transportation

Terracon; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Geotechnical Senior Staff Engineer in Nashville, where you'll play a vital role in shaping transportation projects across Tennessee. This position offers the chance to lead field investigations, conduct engineering analyses, and develop client relationships while working closely with experienced professionals. You'll be involved in a diverse range of projects, from roadways to airfields, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. With opportunities for growth and travel, this role is perfect for those eager to enhance their skills and contribute to impactful engineering solutions. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and be part of a team that values collaboration and innovation.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of experience in geotechnical or transportation engineering.
• EIT or EI certification required; PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and lead geotechnical field investigations and analyses.
• Prepare proposals, reports, and coordinate project phases.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Project Management

Engineering Analysis

Client Development

Field Investigations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory Testing Equipment

Job description

Job Description

As a Geotechnical Senior Staff Engineer with our Tennessee Transportation Team, you’ll be asked to assist in providing engineering and consulting services for a wide variety of rural and urban transportation projects and clients across Tennessee. This may include but not be limited to roadways, airfields, and logistics hub pavements at a minimum.

This will include performing and eventually leading geotechnical and transportation sector focused field investigations, engineering analysis and design, calculations, and recommendations, assisting in client development efforts, and preparing related reports for the services provided; tracking and evaluating project progress and budgets; researching and resolving design and construction issues and providing solutions; and applying sound engineering principles and communicating complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams. Required analyses will include:

1. External stability analysis (bearing resistance, sliding, overturning, eccentricity)
2. Settlement analyses (short-term, total, rate)
3. Rotational stability
4. Identify geotechnical risk items that may adversely impact design and/or construction costs/schedules.

Services may be provided for existing or proposed projects in the public works and transportation sectors across Tennessee but also support of our other Gulf Coast Division states.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Professional Engineer’s to gain project management, engineering, and client development experience with intent to manage future projects and teams.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards on all projects across Tennessee or other Gulf Coast Division, participate in and eventually lead pre-task planning, and report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects by supporting and subsequently leading development of the scope of work for routine transportation projects, working up to projects of increasing size and complexity.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, reports, and other project related deliverables for projects of varying complexity under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of projects with varying size and complexity under the supervision of a Professional Engineer. From field investigations, to laboratory testing, to evaluation and analysis of data in engineering calculations.
• Interact directly with client and project team with potential to supervise field team in developing scopes of service and maintaining effective communication on project progress for ongoing transportation projects.
• Willingness to learn and grow in field with the potential for out of state travel, both short and long term, to gain useful knowledge and experience with other geologies and methods of construction. Openness to learn and grow will expand opportunities not just within state but also within Terracon’s Transportation and Alternative Delivery groups nationwide.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 3 - 8 years’ experience. Transportation experience with DOTs is preferred.
• Relevant coursework in Geotechnical field including Foundations, Mechanics of Materials, and Laboratory test methods preferred.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI) required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in TN or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.