Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer

SOCOTEC US; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC US in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead technically and manage client relationships on complex projects.

The role involves marketing, preparing proposals and scopes, overseeing geotechnical evaluations, mentoring staff, reviewing work products, and staying current with industry standards. A AZ PE license and an MS in geotechnical-focused CE are required, with 10+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PE license in Arizona.
• 10+ years of geotechnical industry experience.
• MS in Civil Engineering with geotechnical emphasis.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with client relationships and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Marketing/business development including preparing geotechnical proposals.
• Prepare and manage geotechnical projects and reports.
• Attend project meetings and maintain client relationships.
• Mentor junior staff and provide engineering leadership.
• Review and sign geotechnical proposals and reports.

Skills

Licensed AZ PE

Geotechnical engineering

Leadership

Client relations

Communication

Education

MS in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Job description

Job Description: We have an opening for a Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Tucson, Arizona. The successful candidate will:

• assist in marketing/business development including but not limited to:
• preparation of geotechnical proposals including scope of services and proposed fees, assisting in compilation of RFQ/RFP documentation and responding to technical questions for various solicitations during pre-bidding and bidding phases of projects;
• prepare and manage/oversee geotechnical projects and be responsible for preparation of geotechnical evaluation reports;
• attend project meetings with the project stakeholders on an as-needed basis, maintain client relationships; and
• work directly with the clients to assure the successful project completion.
• mentor junior staff; provide leadership, provide ongoing training to engineering staff;
• provide direction and review of engineering work products prepared by others;
• keep himself/herself up-to-date with latest geotechnical survey/measurement/analyses techniques, instrumentation, industry standards or guidelines;
• review and sign geotechnical proposals and reports on behalf of the company.

Education: M.S. in Civil Engineering with geotechnical emphasis required.

Registration: P.E. license required

Required Skills: The successful candidate should be a licensed professional engineer in Arizona with 10 years or more of experience in the geotechnical industry performing duties described above. A well-rounded background in geotechnical engineering, strong work ethic, excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, and a track record of successful client relationships and service are required. Candidate should have a thorough understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering. The ideal candidate will have work experience with construction and earthwork activities. Geophysical survey experience will be an additional asset. Candidate should have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, ability to work and meet deadlines under time pressure, have positive attitude, and excellent problem solving skills.