Senior Geotechnical Engineer

AECOM • Germantown, MD

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About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with strong technical background and attention to detail to be based in Germantown, MD (though there is some option for locating at another National Capital office). This role will support a wide variety of projects with a special emphasis on federal projects with NAVFAC and USACE, within the US and internationally. In this role, you will be aligned with our Germantown geotechnical team and collaborate with other interdisciplinary teams from Germantown and additional locations throughout the US East to provide consulting services for impactful infrastructure projects. Our team offers geotechnical expertise across various sectors, and you will have the chance to work on projects both locally, regionally, and globally, covering all phases from planning and site investigation to detailed design and construction. As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of mid- to large-scale projects, including managing subsurface investigations, conducting engineering analysis, preparing geotechnical design recommendations, and overseeing design and reporting to fulfill client requirements and project goals. You will also mentor junior engineers and foster team connections. We will support your professional growth as you advance your career. Your role will involve developing technical skills, managing projects, leading teams, implementing QA/QC requirements, supporting ongoing project pursuits, managing client relationships, and contributing to business development efforts.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Civil, Geotechnical Engineering +8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.

Nice To Haves

• Master's in Geotechnical Engineering.
• 15+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering.
• 2+ years of project management experience.
• Experienced in subsurface investigation planning and execution, foundation design (shallow and deep), slope stability, seepage analysis, retaining wall design, settlement analyses, ground improvement techniques.
• Experience performing geotechnical design in Tidewater region (VA, DC, MD) including experience with soft soils and ground improvement.
• Experience with federal clients such as USACE, NAVFAC.
• Seismic and liquefaction experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages mid-to-large projects.
• Coordinates and provides technical expertise for various projects.
• Leads, develops, and maintains client relationships.
• Leads discipline /department efforts to grow technical expertise.
• Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise.
• Approves and signs off on work.
• Leader in one or more areas of technology.
• Provides estimates for the engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements on large, complex projects.
• Leads proposal efforts including preparing interdisciplinary scopes and budgets.
• Implements Quality program for consistency and accuracy of work.
• Contribute to business development efforts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits.
• Paid time off, leaves of absences.
• Voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options.
• Well-being resources, employee assistance program.
• Business travel insurance, service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees