Job Summary

The Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for leading the evaluation, design, and implementation of slope stabilization solutions on complex and high-risk sites. This role manages projects from initial site investigation through construction, performing geotechnical analysis, developing stabilization systems, and ensuring safe and effective execution in the field. The position combines hands-on fieldwork with advanced engineering design, requiring expertise in slope stability, drainage control, and construction methods to protect infrastructure, property, and public safety.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Key Responsibilities:

Site Investigations & Field Assessments

• Conduct detailed hillside and slope evaluations
• Oversee drilling, sampling, and soil/rock testing
• Analyze soil composition, shear strength, and groundwater conditions

Slope Stability & Risk Analysis

• Perform slope stability modeling and landslide hazard evaluations
• Identify critical slip surfaces and failure mechanisms using industry standard software

Engineering Design & Solutions

• Design innovative stabilization systems such as:
• Retaining walls (gravity, cantilever, anchored)
• Soil nailing and tieback systems
• Ground anchors, geogrids, and reinforced earth
• Develop practical, constructible designs tailored to site constraints

Hydrology & Drainage Control

• Design surface and subsurface drainage systems to reduce pore water pressure and erosion
• Integrate long term water management into stabilization strategies

Construction Oversight

• Provide construction observation and support
• Verify grading, benching, keying, and re compaction operations
• Collaborate with contractors to ensure designs are executed safely and accurately

Technical Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare clear, professional engineering reports, plans, specifications, and feasibility studies
• Communicate findings and recommendations to clients, municipalities, and project teams

Working Conditions

This position offers an on-site work environment, work schedule to be determined by supervisor. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move about the inside and outside of the location to access office equipment, etc. The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a computer, copy machine, etc.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proven experience with hillside stabilization methods and construction means & methods
• Proficiency with slope stability modeling and analysis software
• Strong field experience and comfort working on active construction sites
• Ability to prepare high quality technical reports and construction documents
• Familiarity with local building codes and jurisdictional requirements
• Solid understanding of the following stabilization methods: soil nailing and anchored systems, retaining walls and buttresses, grading, benching, engineered earthwork, drainage and erosion-control systems, vegetative and bio-engineering solutions

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain.
• Background in geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or a related field is required.
• Regulated utility industry experience preferred.