Senior Geotechnical Lead Engineer - NC Projects

Kleinfelder; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Kleinfelder seeks a Senior Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead its geotechnical engineering discipline in North Carolina. The role emphasizes project leadership, client relations, and technical excellence across transportation, water, and energy projects.

The candidate will manage multi-disciplinary teams across Charlotte, Greensboro, and Raleigh in a hybrid office setting, driving design, exploration programs, and mentorship to grow client relationships and project success.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of related experience, including NC experience.
• Proven leadership of diverse project teams.
• Ability to target and generate new opportunities.
• Overseeing pursuits and resource allocation to projects.
• Experience in geotechnical design, slope stability, foundations, walls, and earthwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a geotechnical design team.
• Oversee client needs, communicate solutions, and manage project challenges.
• Direct pursuits, assign resources, and maintain schedule and budget.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, drawings, and specifications for a broad range of projects.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Geotechnical design

Project management

Communication

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

Kleinfelder seeks a Senior Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead its geotechnical engineering discipline in North Carolina. The role emphasizes project leadership, client relations, and technical excellence across transportation, water, and energy projects.

The candidate will manage multi-disciplinary teams across Charlotte, Greensboro, and Raleigh in a hybrid office setting, driving design, exploration programs, and mentorship to grow client relationships and project success.