Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative team in New York, New York. This individual will provide technical support for earth structures, deep foundations, and other geotechnical aspects of construction.

Job Responsibilities

• Design earth structures, deep foundations, support of excavation and underpinning systems
• Afford project manager with field work coordination and project management support
• Scope and oversee geotechnical investigations and construction projects, and periodically perform inspections of geotechnical construction where needed
• Coordinate investigations and assist in geotechnical report writing
• Prepare standard logs and field forms, including drilling and test pit logs, field investigation dailies, and chain of custody logs
• Fieldwork is required
• Perform other duties as requested

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required, Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering strongly preferred
• 3+ years of related geotechnical experience in geotechnical investigations and construction inspections
• FE/EIT certification preferred
• Office experience with investigation and field work coordination, geotechnical reports, and specification writing
• Prior field experience in earthwork, driven and drilled pile construction, load testing, footings subgrade and backfill inspection, ground improvements, retaining wall design and construction, and excavation support system design and inspection
• Desired software knowledge: gINT, Slide/SLOPE/W, PLAXIS, LPILE, GRLWEAP, MSEW, SHAKE
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to perform field work as required

Benefits

• Full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave
• 401(k)/Roth with company match
• Paid time off including parental and military leave
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses
• Education reimbursement

About the Role

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizing wellbeing, health, and safety; encouraging volunteerism and philanthropy; offering workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowering individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.