Senior Project Engineer - Geotechnical

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC•Reno, NV

About The Position

At QISG, we are seeking a Sr. Project Engineer delivering critical infrastructure for North America’s power generation and transmission systems. This role offers the opportunity to apply geotechnical and geo-structural engineering expertise on large-scale, design-build energy projects that are shaping the future of the grid. As a Senior Project Engineer/Engineering Supervisor, you will play a key role in foundation engineering, geotechnical investigations, and the development of innovative, cost-effective design solutions. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you’ll contribute to complex projects from early-stage analysis through construction, directly impacting the reliability and expansion of essential energy infrastructure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university
Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure
Minimum ten (10) years design experience in the geotechnical, transmission, or substation engineering field
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
Ability to work with moderate supervision and maximum efficiency in a small or medium size office setting

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in the field of geotechnical engineering - preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise a team of engineers, designers, and support staff, working on various types of civil engineering structures, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
Execute assignments requiring application of standard and advance engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out geo-structural engineering tasks.
Perform engineering analyses for design of deep foundations (helical piers, drilled shafts, micropiles, driven piles, anchors, and others) and retaining structures utilizing any one of the following software: LPILE, GROUP, FAD, GRLWeap, SHAFT, APILE, RISA, INVENTOR, or SPColumn.
Perform limit equilibrium and finite element stability modeling for soil and rock slopes and retaining structures utilizing any one of the following software: SLIDE, RS2, Plaxis, DIPS, Rocslope, or others.
Interface closely with other project-level and senior leadership personnel within the company, including geotechnical, geological, structural, transmission line, substation, and civil engineering, GIS, and construction management team members.
Participate in oversight and management of field subcontractor activities, such as geotechnical drilling and testing and/or forensics studies.
Develop written reports and/or provide verbal communication of information in a professional and appropriate manner.
Develop and manage project budgets, monitor expenses, and ensure cost-effective solutions.
Implement and oversee quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship and materials.