Geotechnical Engineer

Position Overview

We’re seeking a New York State Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) to serve as (Professional Engineer), P.E. on heavy civil infrastructure projects. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for developing project-specific Quality Plans, supervising QA/QC activities, and ensuring full adherence to DOT and agency requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the Geotechnical Instrumentation Engineer (GIE) for NYC DEP infrastructure projects.
• Develop instrumentation installation procedures, schedules, and monitoring plans.
• Oversee borehole logging, instrumentation installation, and acceptance testing activities.
• Interpret geotechnical instrumentation data and provide engineering assessments and recommendations.
• Train field personnel and ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate findings to project stakeholders.

Must Haves

• Active New York State Professional Engineer (PE) License (Mandatory).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in geotechnical instrumentation installation, monitoring, and data interpretation.
• Direct NYC DEP project experience (Plus).
• Strong background in soil and rock logging, borehole investigations, and instrumentation systems.
• Experience supervising field installations, testing, and monitoring programs.
• Excellent technical reporting, communication, and leadership skills.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification (Required during tenure).

Bonus Points

• Additional licensure in NY/NJ (mandatory) or other states.
• Background in inspection disciplines (geotechnical, concrete, asphalt, coatings, etc.).
• Familiarity with Primavera, HCSS, or project controls software.

Salary Range

$125K - $180K annually. This range is based on national market data and may vary widely by experience and location.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company contribution
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Family Leave
• Professional development & certification support
• Employee referral bonuses
• Parking and transit benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company sponsored discounts (Verizon)
• Cross-training & internal mentorship opportunities