What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Geotechnical Engineer position at DLZ Corporation?
Senior Geotechnical Engineer - DLZ Corporation
Join Our Award-Winning Team!
DLZ Corporation is a nationally recognized architecture and engineering firm, consistently ranked among Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) Top 150 U.S. Design Firms and a past ENR Midwest Design Firm of the Year. We specialize in providing a wide range of services, including engineering and architectural design, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing for both public and private sector clients. Our continued growth reflects our commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and the quality of our work, offering a dynamic and diverse work environment.
We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with 10 years of experience delivering geotechnical solutions for bridges, dams, Levees, and other major infrastructure. This role combines technical leadership, project delivery, and mentorship with opportunities to work on challenging, high-profile projects across the region.
Key Responsibilities
Benefits
At DLZ, we are committed to supporting the professional growth of our employees and fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
DLZ is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of background, are respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Employment decisions are based on business needs, merit, and qualifications, without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
In compliance with federal regulations, DLZ does not engage in any programs or practices that provide preferences or discriminate based on race, gender, national origin, or other protected categories. We are committed to ensuring a non-discriminatory workplace in line with all applicable laws and regulations.
Join Our Award-Winning Team!
DLZ Corporation is a nationally recognized architecture and engineering firm, consistently ranked among Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) Top 150 U.S. Design Firms and a past ENR Midwest Design Firm of the Year. We specialize in providing a wide range of services, including engineering and architectural design, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing for both public and private sector clients. Our continued growth reflects our commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and the quality of our work, offering a dynamic and diverse work environment.
We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with 10 years of experience delivering geotechnical solutions for bridges, dams, Levees, and other major infrastructure. This role combines technical leadership, project delivery, and mentorship with opportunities to work on challenging, high-profile projects across the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead geotechnical design and analysis for bridges, buildings/ structures, dams and levees.
- Oversee field investigations, inspections, and geotechnical reporting.
- Mentor junior engineers and review technical work.
- Collaborate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Support proposals and occasional marketing activities.
- Ensure safety compliance and represent company values.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or Geological Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience, with expertise in dams, levees, and/or large bridge foundations.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in the U.S. (Ohio PE preferred).
- Experience with ODOT projects and/or U.S. Army Corps of Engineer’s highly desired.
- Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
- Available for occasional short-term travel.
- Remote or hybrid work flexibility.
- Opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects.
- Collaborative and growth-focused team culture.
Benefits
At DLZ, we are committed to supporting the professional growth of our employees and fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Health savings account (HSA)
- 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
- Paid parental leave
- Life & AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Wellness program with reimbursement benefits
DLZ is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of background, are respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Employment decisions are based on business needs, merit, and qualifications, without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
In compliance with federal regulations, DLZ does not engage in any programs or practices that provide preferences or discriminate based on race, gender, national origin, or other protected categories. We are committed to ensuring a non-discriminatory workplace in line with all applicable laws and regulations.