GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING SPECIALIST - 09222026-81100
Location: Knoxville, TN (Knox County). Full‑time position.
Overview
The Geotechnical Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 supports Project Teams, Materials and Tests Field Services Teams and Regional Operations by providing geotechnical engineering guidance and recommendations. This position also provides recommendations on geohazard mitigation and response options. This position employs Department specifications policies, technical guidance, and procedures related to pavement design and construction to support the project delivery process. The Geotechnical Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 are responsible for collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders, including Project Teams, TDOT Divisions, Regions, and contractors to ensure contractual requirements are met. This position will apply acquired knowledge to improve TDOT specifications, policies, and procedures that mitigate the Department's risk and increase performance as part of fulfilling TDOT's strategic vision. This position must effectively articulate geotechnical concepts through training, mentoring, and collaborating as part of a matrix organization.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a resource for TDOT Operations and Project Teams as part of a matrix organization by serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all aspects of geotechnical engineering from initial subsurface testing and condition evaluation to geotechnical designs and foundation analysis, to geohazard mitigation and/or response options.
- Develop in-house geotechnical-related products or manage consultant geotechnical products as appropriate.
- Ensure all geotechnical and foundation plans comply with TDOT specifications, design standards, policies, and procedure.
- Provide data-driven engineering judgment for complex issues.
- Integrate Quality Management into all deliverables, including