Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer

ECS Group of Companies; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geotechnical consulting firm in North Carolina seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to oversee major infrastructure projects. The role involves managing geotechnical engineering tasks, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring adherence to project deadlines. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, a P.E. license, and substantial experience in geotechnical engineering and project management. This position offers a chance to impact significant transportation initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in geotechnical and transportation engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• Proven track record of leading technical reviews.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and review of geotechnical reports.
• Manage geotechnical engineering projects.
• Mentor, train, and develop junior-level staff.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Technical leadership

Geotechnical software (gINT, LPile, etc.)

MicroStation

Analytical skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

gINT

LPile

APile

MSEW

FB-Pier

GRLWEAP

MicroStation

Job description

ECS is actively hiring Senior Geotechnical Engineers to lead major infrastructure and transportation initiatives across North Carolina. This role is designed for a technical leader who can balance complex engineering design with high-level client management for DOT and other large-scale infrastructure programs.

Responsibilities

• Primarily involved with overseeing the preparation and review of geotechnical reports from junior staff with a strong commitment to meeting project deadlines
• Management of geotechnical engineering projects, which will consist of performing boring layouts, obtaining utility clearances, supervising drill rigs, performing in-situ testing, classifying soils, determining appropriate laboratory tests, and preparing geotechnical engineering reports
• Both prepare and oversee the preparation and review of geotechnical and CMT proposals by junior staff
• Oversee CMT projects with daily report review and assist junior staff with resolution of issues and training of field staff
• Host or attend project meetings with clients to follow up on delivered reports and provide technical solutions as necessary
• Mentor, train, and develop junior-level staff
• Collaborate with other managers to help make staffing decisions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required; Professional Geologist (P.G.) license may be acceptable in certain states
• 5+ years of experience in geotechnical and transportation engineering, with a focus on design, project management, and technical leadership
• Expertise in DOT Geotechnical Design Manual (GDM), AASHTO LRFD specifications, and geotechnical software (e.g., gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, FB-Pier, GRLWEAP)
• Proficiency in MicroStation is preferred
• Proven track record of leading technical reviews and serving as a senior technical reviewer at a previous firm
• Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills
• Demonstrate initiative and leadership in problem-solving and decision-making
• Valid driver’s license required for travel on behalf of ECS

If you’re ready to take your geotechnical expertise to the next level and make a visible impact on infrastructure that matters, ECS wants to hear from you. Let’s build the future of transportation—together.

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.