Senior Staff Civil/Geotechnical Engineer

Delve Underground; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 71,588 - 129,802; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Work from home flexibility

Job summary

Delve Underground is looking for a Senior Staff Civil/Geotechnical Engineer in Columbus, Ohio. This role involves delivering tunnel and water infrastructure projects and requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

The ideal candidate should have expertise in geotechnical design, seismic response analysis, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary ranging from $71,588 to $129,802 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Completion of relevant coursework in geotechnical engineering.
• Field experience on trenchless or tunneling project is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Geotechnical design and reporting.
• Support geotechnical investigation programs.
• Stability analysis and design for excavation support.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Civil engineering

Technical communication

Analytical skills

Education

BS or MS in Geotechnical/Civil or Geological Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification

Tools

Finite element analysis

Subsurface investigation methods

Job description

Senior Staff Civil/Geotechnical Engineer

Delve Underground is a leader in underground and heavy civil engineering serving the transportation, water, wastewater, and energy industries. Specializing in tunnel design, we provide practical solutions to the most challenging underground problems. We offer comprehensive design, construction management, and construction claims services, with expertise extending across a wide range of engineering disciplines, including civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering. Our primary focus is to make a significant impact on the advancement of infrastructure projects, which in turn shape and enhance the communities we serve. Founded in 1954, as Jacobs Associates, Delve Underground is an employee‑owned firm with 25 offices and 350 team members throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

We want our employees to make a career doing what they love to do. We encourage an entrepreneurial spirit and help our team members forge their own path within the company. We support their efforts to stay on the cutting edge of technology while fostering a great work‑life balance. In addition to working hard, we also have fun. We socialize and celebrate achievements at summer picnics, holiday parties, and company outings.

Benefits: Full benefits program consisting of medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA or HSA, EAP, 401(k), ESOP, and company stock ownership program, 9 paid holidays, generous paid‑time‑off program, work from home flexibility, and health & wellness reimbursement.

Pay: $71,588 – $129,802 per year.

Delve Underground has an immediate opening for a Civil/Geotechnical Engineer with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience to join our Columbus, Ohio team delivering tunnels, underground, and water infrastructure projects. Preferably, the ideal candidate will have either academic or prior work experience in one or more of the following areas: civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, excavation support, seismic analyses, rock mechanics, or trenchless technologies.

Responsibilities

• Geotechnical design and reporting (engineering, data, and baseline reports).
• Support geotechnical investigation programs including planning, permitting, implementation, data reporting, and writing interpretative reports.
• Stability analysis and retaining wall/excavation support design.
• Seismic response analysis, such as liquefaction analysis and ground deformation analysis.
• Assist with tunnel and shaft design.
• Work under the direction of senior engineers, who provide technical oversight and review.
• Work on a variety of office and field assignments.
• Development of drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical memoranda that present the basis of design.
• Work as integral member of a team on complex, multi‑discipline projects.
• Demonstrate good writing and communications skills and ability to communicate with internal staff and clients.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Geotechnical/Civil or Geological Engineering.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification or ability to obtain in 6 months.
• Completion of relevant coursework or experience in several of the following: geotechnical engineering, soil and rock mechanics, subsurface investigation methods, foundation engineering, and finite element analysis.
• Ability to manage a number of concurrent assignments and priorities.
• Field experience on trenchless or tunneling project is preferred.
• Strong analytical and technical communication skills.
• Willingness to work in the field and travel for short‑term assignments to remote locations.
• Driver’s license required.

Delve Underground is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Compensation reflects the cost of labor across our US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location, experience, knowledge, and skills.

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Salary Description: $71,588 – $129,802 per year.