Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join its Syracuse, NY team. The role focuses on preparing technical reports, specifications, plans, and design of foundations and retaining walls for premier land development projects.

Responsibilities include coordinating investigations, performing fieldwork, and assisting project managers with project coordination and inspection activities.

Qualifications

• ,"Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering" is required, with emphasis on geotechnical investigations and construction; Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design earth structures, deep foundations, and support of excavation and underpinning systems.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

FE/EIT certification

3+ years experience

gINT

Slide/SLOPE/W

PLAXIS

LPILE

GRLWEAP

MSEW

SHAKE

Field work

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

gINT

Slide/SLOPE/W

PLAXIS

LPILE

GRLWEAP

MSEW

SHAKE

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial, advancing innovative technical solutions, robust training and knowledge sharing, and community impact.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative team in Syracuse, NY. This individual will play a key role in preparing technical reports, specifications, and plans, designing foundations, retaining walls, and other geotechnical aspects of construction. The position offers cross‑functional partnership on premier land development projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Design earth structures, deep foundations, and support of excavation and underpinning systems.
• Assist the project manager with field‑work coordination and project management support.
• Scope and oversee geotechnical investigations and construction projects, and periodically perform inspections of geotechnical construction where needed.
• Coordinate investigations and assist in geotechnical report writing.
• Prepare standard logs and field forms, including drilling and test‑pit logs, field investigation dailies, and chain of custody logs.
• Fieldwork is required.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required; Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of related geotechnical experience in investigations and construction inspections.
• FE/EIT certification preferred.
• Experience with investigation and field‑work coordination, geotechnical reports, and specification writing.
• Field experience with earthwork, driven and drilled pile construction, load testing, footings subgrade and backfill inspection, ground improvements, retaining‑wall design and construction, and excavation support system design and inspection.
• Knowledge of software such as gINT, Slide/SLOPE/W, PLAXIS, LPILE, GRLWEAP, MSEW, SHAKE is desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, multitasking and judgment capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform field work as required.
• Reliable transportation for client meetings and job‑site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Benefits and Compensation

Langan offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes full‑time employment, company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability insurance; paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement. Additional programs include employee resource groups, flexible work schedules, extensive training, wellness programs, buddy and mentoring programs, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well‑being and success of our employees.

Pay Range

$76,000—$110,000 USD