Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative team in Syracuse, NY. This individual will provide technical support for land development projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Design earth structures, deep foundations, support of excavation and underpinning systems;
• Aid project manager with field work coordination and project management support;
• Scope and oversee geotechnical investigations and construction projects, and perform inspections as 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;
• Perform fieldwork as required; and
• 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 is consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide. The firm attracts and retains the best talent in the industry, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.