Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Job Description
Senior Geotechnical Engineer opportunity with Geo-Technology Associates Inc. in Nashville, TN.
Responsibilities
- Exercise independent problem solving and method selection while representing the firm with professional authority in meetings with clients and contractors to resolve critical issues and coordinate work.
- Lead project teams on both routine and complex assignments.
- Leverage broad experience and a diversified knowledge base of geotechnical engineering principles and related disciplines across varied tasks.
- Apply advanced techniques by adapting and extending theories and practices within geotechnical and related sciences.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to staff.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local methods and regulatory requirements governing geotechnical practice.
- Demonstrate the ability to retain existing clients and develop new business opportunities through relationship building.
- Support planning, research, and evaluation of new market opportunities.
- Maintain sensitivity to profitability and business considerations in project decisions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus
- Professional Engineer license strongly preferred
- 7–10 years of relevant geotechnical and construction observation experience
- Strong communication and report-writing skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Experience with AutoCAD or CADD
Technologies
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- AutoCAD
- CADD
Benefits
- Competitive Salary with generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to support work-life balance
- Annual Bonus Potential – your hard work deserves to be rewarded
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Company-paid Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Program – free access to short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and more
- Peak Health Wellness Plan – personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support
- Free memberships to professional societies to stay connected and informed
- Professional Development – Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learn, Mentoring, and Software Training
- Referral Bonuses – rewarding you for bringing great people on board
- Employee Recognition Program – celebrations of achievements big and small
- Team Spirit & Fun – company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment