Senior Geotechnical Engineer: Tunnel Design & Field Oversight

Arcadis U.S.Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 175,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis U.S.Inc. is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for the Gateway Tunnel Project to join our team in New Jersey. The role focuses on design and construction of complex foundations, retaining structures, underpinning, and ground improvement in soft ground conditions.

The successful candidate will lead geotechnical investigations, prepare design reports, evaluate liquefaction and seismic site class, and provide construction support for underground elements across the project.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering and an MS in Geotechnical Engineering are required.
• 12–15 years of related work experience, preferably in northern NJ/ NYC area.
• Professional Engineer license in New Jersey.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software: LPILE, GROUP, FB-MultiPier, Slope-W, Seep-W, DeepEx, Plaxis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate geotechnical subsurface investigations.
• Prepare and review Geotechnical Data Reports, Geotechnical Baseline Reports, and foundation design reports.
• Perform geotechnical design for underground structures and foundations in soils and rock.
• Perform deep foundation design for drilled shafts, driven piles and micropiles.
• Perform slope stability and seepage analyses.
• Attend meetings, work with contractors, and provide on-site engineering support during construction.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

LPILE

GROUP

FB-MultiPier

Slope-W

Seep-W

DeepEx

Plaxis

Job description

Arcadis U.S.Inc. is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for the Gateway Tunnel Project to join our team in New Jersey. The role focuses on design and construction of complex foundations, retaining structures, underpinning, and ground improvement in soft ground conditions.

The successful candidate will lead geotechnical investigations, prepare design reports, evaluate liquefaction and seismic site class, and provide construction support for underground elements across the project.