Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Universal Engineering Sciences•Wichita, KS

28d

About The Position

At UES, we're a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose-to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com. Are you a driven Geotechnical Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a capable individual to manage projects, mentor staff, and build strong client relationships while delivering top-tier geotechnical solutions. Lead & Manage - Oversee projects, cooperate with small teams, and drive successful outcomes. Drive Client Success - Build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients by representing UES's expert services. Review & Refine - Ensure engineering analyses meet the highest standards. Mentor & Grow - Support a culture of learning to facilitate both personal growth and the development of less experienced staff. Get Involved - Engage in opportunities with well-respected engineering bodies such as the Geoprofessional Business Association (GBA), the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), and more.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering (required)
Licensure: Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.). (Ability to obtain within 1 year of employment)
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
Technical Skills: Proficient in industry-standard geotechnical software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Additional: Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

Master's in Civil Engineering (preferred).

Responsibilities

Analysis & Design Perform analyses: bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, and seepage.
Develop recommendations for shallow, deep, and mat foundations (e.g., LPILE, Settle3).
Conduct project-specific pavement design.
Assess seismic response and liquefaction.
Simulate soil-structure interaction and ground improvement.
Perform groundwater flow and seepage analyses (e.g., MODFLOW, SEEP/W, Anaqsim).
Construction Support Review submittals, conduct QA/QC, and provide field support during construction.
Observe compaction, instrumentation, and pile driving.
Utilize digital tools for documentation and collaboration.
Reporting & Documentation Prepare geotechnical reports, design memos, and technical specifications.
Summarize lab and field test results.
Develop borehole logs, profiles, and cross-sections.
Review engineering analysis and geotechnical reports as the engineer of record.
Design & Drafting Create technical drawings using Autodesk products.
Data Analysis & Visualization Perform data analysis and modeling in Excel, MATLAB, Python, or R.
Use ArcGIS/QGIS for geospatial analysis and mapping.
Leadership & Professional Development Mentor junior engineers and field staff.
Maintain knowledge of IBC, AASHTO, and DOT standards.
Pursue or uphold PE licensure and advanced geotechnical knowledge.