Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Trilon Group • Hartford, CT

20d • Hybrid

About The Position

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.

We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing team and play a key role in delivering high-quality geotechnical engineering services across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and environmental projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong and collaborative professional who is looking to contribute to complex, multidisciplinary projects while helping expand geotechnical capabilities within the firm.

In this role, you will provide senior-level technical expertise and project management across a wide range of geotechnical engineering services, including subsurface investigations, foundation design, slope stability analysis, and earthwork construction support. You will also mentor junior staff, collaborate with internal teams, and support business development efforts to grow our geotechnical practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering (geotechnical focus preferred)
• 6+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (CT, MA, or RI), or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Proven experience delivering geotechnical services
• Strong experience with geotechnical modeling and analysis tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and geotechnical software
• Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills

Nice To Haves

• Project management and supervisory experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and support geotechnical engineering projects from planning through design and construction
• Perform and oversee geotechnical investigations, including drilling programs and subsurface evaluations
• Conduct analyses and design for shallow and deep foundations, slope stability, and earth retention systems
• Complete geotechnical modeling, including seepage, slope stability, and pile analysis (vertical and lateral)
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, and construction documents
• Ensure deliverables meet regulatory requirements and company quality standards
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff and project teams
• Collaborate across disciplines to support complex infrastructure and environmental projects
• Assist with client engagement and business development to expand service offerings

Benefits

• Flexible/remote work opportunities
• Part-time benefits
• Generous PTO
• Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
• Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
• Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
• Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.

What This Job Offers

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