Geotechnical Engineer

HDR • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

The Geotechnical Engineer supports geotechnical aspects of projects across client systems through planning, design, and construction. The position works closely with the Materials Operation Engineer, the client’s Geotechnical Engineer Lead, district DGEs, CEI teams, and project staff to provide timely technical input, support field operations, and help resolve geotechnical issues and emergencies. The work applies geotechnical engineering in design and construction, supporting quality assurance, risk reduction, and alignment between design intent, applicable codes and standards, and field execution.

This is a field-based role with frequent travel across project sites. The engineer reviews design and construction materials, supports field installation and oversight, coordinates and evaluates testing, documents quality assurance findings, assists with issue resolution, and coordinates with subconsultants, testing firms, laboratories, clients, and project stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered, such as a PE or P.Eng license.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office applications and MicroStation or other software as appropriate.
• Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software, as appropriate.
• Experience with Bentley geotechnical data management and visualization software, such as gINT, OpenGround, or LeapFrog.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 4 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of geotechnical principles, foundation systems, and soil behavior.
• Familiarity with FDOT standards, specifications, and testing procedures.
• Ability to interpret construction documents and technical data.
• Strong communication and coordination skills in a field environment.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a broader team structure.
• Practical problem-solving mindset focused on constructability and risk reduction.

Responsibilities

• Review geotechnical design submittals, including plans, reports, and calculations, for compliance with standards.
• Comment on shop drawings and geotechnical-related design elements to support constructability.
• Assist in reviewing geotechnical scope elements and identify potential risks or gaps early in design.
• Support evaluation of cost-saving initiatives and alternative technical concepts.
• Provide field support during installation of geotechnical elements.
• Assist CEI staff in interpreting plans, specifications, and geotechnical requirements.
• Participate in or support pre-construction and pre-operation meetings to clarify expectations.
• Observe field activities and identify non-conformance or potential issues.
• Coordinate and review geotechnical testing activities.
• Review foundation logs, installation records, and certification packages for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist in evaluating test results and support recommendations for foundation performance.
• Support geotechnical quality assurance through field reviews, documentation checks, and coordination with CEI.
• Identify and help resolve geotechnical issues encountered during construction.
• Assist in evaluating non-conformance issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Provide technical input on geotechnical-related claims or disputes.
• Coordinate with geotechnical subconsultants, testing firms, and laboratories.
• Interface with the client Materials Office and project stakeholders.
• Support consistent communication across design, construction, and materials teams.
• Contribute to improving geotechnical processes, documentation, and field practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time