Geotechnical Engineer

About the role

This position focuses on acting as a high-level Technical Specialist, but also offers opportunities to serve as Project Manager for mid-size initiatives and support marketing efforts for both internal and external clients.

Responsibilities

• Drive project workflows, planning, and geotechnical field investigations.
• Develop laboratory testing programs and prepare geotechnical analysis, design calculations, and reports.
• Evaluate dam safety instrumentation data and perform finite element modeling of dams.
• Create design drawings and construction specifications.
• Participate in dam safety inspections and provide technical support.
• Contribute to marketing efforts for internal and external clients.
• Support project goals and other HDR business activities as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or M.S. degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in NC.
• 5+ years of related experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Experience using AutoCAD, MicroStation, or GIS applications.
• Experience with industry-standard geotechnical and geological engineering software.
• Experience planning, performing, and documenting subsurface explorations.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting field and laboratory testing results.
• Experience reading, reviewing, and interpreting geotechnical instrumentation.
• Experience with dam safety inspections and dam engineering.

Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications include:
  • Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software.
  • Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog).
  • Ability to work independently on smaller projects and the desire to work on larger projects as part of a multi-discipline project team.
  • Receptive to technical mentoring and passionate about meeting new, complex challenges.
  • Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.

Skills

• Technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving and reasoning skills.
• Field work and overnight travel abilities.

Benefits

While not detailed in the posting, HDR offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This role is full-time and requires some overnight travel and field work.

Benefits

HDR offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.