Principal Geotechnical Engineer

About the role

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, seeks a Principal Geotechnical Engineer with 12+ years of experience to join our Denver, CO based team. The ideal candidate will have diverse geotechnical experience in multiple geologic environments and markets throughout the contiguous United States.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting technical presentations to clients, extracurricular organizations, and internal training programs.
• Assessment of site geology and geologic hazards.
• Planning and technical oversight of subsurface explorations, foundation load testing, and laboratory testing.
• Geotechnical engineering activities may include one or more of the following: evaluation of shallow and deep foundations, retaining walls, pavement design, embankment dams, and large earthmoving projects.
• Perform independent technical reviews of calculations, analysis, plans, specifications, and reports prepared by other colleagues.
• Develop or guide the development of workflow processes and tools to streamline the work.
• Professionally train and mentor technical and non-technical staff at all levels.
• Being externally focused on growing client relationships and developing business through the work.
• Capturing business development opportunities through preparation of technical proposals.
• Effectively uses Learns about and adheres to Kleinfelder workflows, processes, and policies to secure project resources, complete proposals, develop contracts, maintain project records, monitor project performance, bill clients, collect receivables, and close out.
• Assist team members in resource sharing efforts, provide loss prevention system (LPS) stewardship, and facilitate collaboration with markets managers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and education required, Master's preferred.
• 12+ years of related experience in consulting engineering firm or related service business and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations required; or 8 years related experience with a Master's; or 6 years related experience with a PhD.
• Professional Engineering licensure required.
• Superior communication skills and in-depth knowledge of company products and operations.
• High level of technical expertise and knowledge of current scientific information in specialty area.
• Reputation as subject matter expert based on publications and presentations desired.
• Proficiency in software including Lpile, Apile, Shaft, GeoStudio Suite, Settle3D, slope stability analyses, or similar is necessary for this role.

Qualifications

• Passing an offer requires satisfactory completion of employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Pay

The expected salary range for the position is $124,000 - $182,000. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Schedule

This role is primarily based on-site, but we are open to remote arrangements for the right candidate who brings exceptional skills, experience, and alignment with our mission.