Senior Geotechnical Leader: Landfill & Civil Infrastructure

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Charlotte, NC to lead the geoenvironmental and geotechnical practice. You will manage challenging projects across landfills, mines, dams, and water containment systems while supporting business development and client management.

The role requires 10+ years in consulting, PE licensure, and strong leadership. Travel to client sites and fieldwork are expected as part of project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
• Professional PE licensure is required.
• At least 10 years of directly relevant consulting experience.
• Knowledge of geotechnical engineering software is required.
• Ability to travel to client facilities as needed.
• HAZWOPER training (40-hr) is preferred.
• Advanced degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Civil design, landfill design, vapor mitigation design, and site layout.
• Geotechnical analyses: slope stability, settlement, bearing capacity, seismic, seepage.
• Development and management of instrumentation monitoring systems.
• Project and staff management including mentoring.
• Client relationship management to drive repeat business.
• Preparation of engineering reports, design calculations, drawings, and permit applications.
• Fieldwork and site investigations as needed.

Skills

Geotechnical software

Numerical modeling tools

Project management

Client management

Fieldwork

HAZWOPER training

Travelability

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in related field

Tools

Geotechnical software

Numerical modeling tools

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Charlotte, NC to lead the geoenvironmental and geotechnical practice. You will manage challenging projects across landfills, mines, dams, and water containment systems while supporting business development and client management.

The role requires 10+ years in consulting, PE licensure, and strong leadership. Travel to client sites and fieldwork are expected as part of project delivery.