Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Requisition Number: 2025-1360-01

S&ME is seeking an individual with a passion for Geotechnical Engineering and the design of soil-supported structures. If you are eager to take your career to the next level, then come join our geotechnical team in New Albany, Indiana as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer and help us provide engineering solutions to our clients.

What You Will Do:

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will lead geotechnical engineering projects from initiation to completion. In this crucial role, you will manage project execution with an emphasis on safety, risk mitigation, quality control, and adherence to schedules. As a technical authority, you will direct geotechnical analysis, design, and implementation, ensuring the success of projects. Additionally, you will act as a client project manager, aligning with client goals and maintaining robust relationships, while also ensuring project profitability. Working with teams locally and across the company, you will contribute to the ongoing enhancement of project outcomes and departmental efficiency.

• Team Development: Building a geotechnical team to conduct analysis and design of deep and shallow foundations, earthen structures related to slope stability, seepage, and settlement, site seismic analyses, report and proposal preparation, drawing preparation, specification writing, construction cost estimating, and construction site inspections.
• Project Management: Overseeing project management and billable responsibilities.
• Client Communication: Engaging in communication with both internal and external clients.
• Scheduling and Budgeting: Managing schedules and budgets effectively.

Who You Are:

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geological, Mining, or Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field
• You have 10+ years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering
• You have 5+ years in Project Manager role
• You have a Professional Engineer (PE) license
• You have the skills to develop and grow business opportunities

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

You are willing and able to perform the physical demands of this position with the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions, outside of normal business hours when necessary
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs, (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Traveling out-of-town (may include overnight) for assignments as necessary

Who We Are:

At S&ME, we've spent over 50 years providing innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials disciplines. Our team of 1,000+ employee-owners spans over 10 states, working together to deliver impactful results for our clients. We foster a culture of collaboration, honesty, and dedication, with a focus on making positive contributions to the communities we serve. As employee owners, we're invested in each other's success and prioritize creating an environment where everyone can thrive, both professionally and personally.

What We Offer:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package with a full suite of options, including well-being programs to support you and your family, as well as the development resources you need to advance in your career. We also believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K with Company Matching
• PTO with Rollover
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employee Recognition Program
• Credential Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work
• $2,000-5,000 Referral Bonuses
• & More!

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join our team!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.