Senior Geotechnical Engineer
About the role
We'll count on you to plan and prepare geotechnical investigations or design activities that significantly impact major company programs. You'll participate in marketing efforts for both internal and external clients, organize, conduct, and coordinate or manage geotechnical investigations for transportation and other projects. Perform geotechnical technical analyses, prepare geotechnical reports, and coordinate with designers to implement recommendations. Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on large-scale projects as needed, though project management is not the sole focus of this position. Supervise professionals, technicians, and design teams, as needed. Perform other duties as needed.
Responsibilities
- Plan and prepare geotechnical investigations or design activities that have a significant impact on major company programs
- Participate in marketing efforts of both internal and external clients
- Organize, conduct, and coordinate or manage geotechnical investigations for transportation and other projects
- Perform geotechnical technical analyses, prepare geotechnical reports, and coordinate with designers to implement recommendations
- Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on large-scale projects as needed
- Supervise professionals, technicians, and design teams, as needed
- Perform other duties as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- 10 years of experience
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications, GIS, and CADD, as appropriate
- Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software, as appropriate
- Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)
- Knowledge of advanced numerical modeling techniques such as Finite Difference, Finite Element, Discrete Element, etc. and commercial software for advanced numerical modeling (Bentley, PLAXIS, Itasca FLAC)
Qualifications
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Skills
- None specified
Benefits
- None specified
Pay
- Not specified
Schedule
- Full-time
Employee Status
- Regular
Business Class
- Dams Levees Civil Works
Job Posting
Feb 16, 2026
At HDR
We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.