Senior Geotechnical Engineer
About The Position
Thompson Engineering is seeking a Senior Engineer – Geotechnical to join our growing Geotechnical Engineering Team as a seller-doer. This position is ideal for an experienced geotechnical engineer who combines strong technical expertise with a proven ability to develop client relationships, generate new business, and lead project execution. The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will be responsible for expanding Thompson Engineering's geotechnical practice by identifying opportunities, cultivating new and existing client relationships, preparing proposals, and delivering exceptional engineering services. The successful candidate will serve as both a trusted technical advisor and business partner, overseeing geotechnical investigations, engineering analyses, and project delivery while driving growth throughout the Southeast.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience.
- Demonstrated success in business development, client relationship management, and project delivery.
- Current Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- Proficient in Geotechnical engineering analysis and foundation design
- Proficient in Geotechnical engineering software (GeoStudio, gINT, LPILE, GROUP, or similar)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Proficient in Proposal development and project budgeting
- Proficient in Client relationship management
- Ability to perform occasional field work on active construction sites and undeveloped properties.
- Ability to traverse uneven terrain and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to sit and operate a computer for extended periods.
- Ability to work flexible schedules as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience managing energy, transportation, commercial, industrial, municipal, and infrastructure projects preferred.
- Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with public and private sector clients to identify and secure new business opportunities.
- Lead business development efforts including client meetings, networking, proposal preparation, presentations, and contract negotiations.
- Identify opportunities for cross-selling Thompson Engineering's multidisciplinary services.
- Manage geotechnical projects from proposal through final deliverable, ensuring client satisfaction, quality, schedule, and profitability.
- Plan and oversee subsurface investigations for transportation, commercial, industrial, energy, marine, and municipal infrastructure projects.
- Perform and review geotechnical engineering analyses including: Foundation design, Slope stability evaluations, Settlement analysis, Retaining wall design, Earthwork recommendations, Ground improvement evaluations, Pavement support recommendations.
- Interpret field exploration and laboratory testing results to develop practical engineering recommendations.
- Prepare and review geotechnical reports, engineering calculations, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Provide engineering support during construction, including field observations, problem resolution, and contractor coordination.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff while promoting technical excellence.
- Collaborate with structural, civil, environmental, and construction professionals to deliver integrated project solutions.
- Maintain compliance with applicable building codes, industry standards, and state and federal regulations.
- Serve as Engineer of Record when appropriate and ensure the technical quality of all deliverables.
- Support strategic growth initiatives and assist leadership in expanding Thompson Engineering's geotechnical services throughout existing and emerging markets.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
