Geotechnical Engineer

HDR • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world. Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license)
• Virginia Professional Engineering license (or ability to get it within six months of employment)
• Functional experience with geotechnical analyses
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office applications, MicroStation or other software 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)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with geotechnical investigations, laboratory testing, and design activities for transportation projects including bridges, fill embankments, cut slopes, subgrades, pavements, retaining walls, and ground improvement
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage tasks simultaneously
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) from an accredited 4-year engineering program
• Master's degree in civil engineering with Geotechnical emphasis
• Proficient with geotechnical software including gINT, Slope/W, APILE, LPILE, Settle3D, as well as the ability to develop and execute designs using spreadsheets
• Project management experience
• 4+ years of geotechnical consulting experience
• Experience with developing and executing subsurface exploration and laboratory testing programs for soils and rock
• Independently complete proposal preparation and develop geotechnical data/engineering reports
• Independently complete and/or coordinate efforts for subsurface characterization, development of geotechnical design parameters, slope stability and settlement analysis, and design of shallow foundations, deep foundations, retaining walls, and pavements
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Preference given to candidates currently residing in the Mid-Atlantic Area (VA/MD/DC)

Responsibilities

• Development and completion of geotechnical field and laboratory investigations
• Preparation of proposals and reporting documents
• Completion and coordination of technical analyses for design
• Organizing, coordinating, and executing field exploration efforts, geotechnical analyses, and development of geotechnical reporting documents
• Making decisions and recommendations that impact project direction and activities, with guidance and direction from senior geotechnical engineers
• Communication with both internal and external clients
• Working directly with the senior geotechnical engineering staff and other team members to complete assigned work
• Confirm implementation of geotechnical recommendations into project documents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level