Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer at KCI will lead and perform geotechnical investigations, analysis, and design for a wide range of infrastructure and civil engineering projects. This role requires strong technical expertise, project coordination, and leadership in delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and perform geotechnical field investigations, engineering evaluations, analyses, and design for projects involving foundations, slopes, ground improvement, support of excavation, retaining structures, pavements, and dams.
• Perform geo-forensic investigations and assist with legal and expert witness services.
• Perform pavement engineering evaluations and develop pavement design recommendations.
• Prepare and review geotechnical engineering reports and technical documentation for projects including highways and transportation infrastructure, buildings, tunnels, environmental facilities, water and wastewater infrastructure, dams, landfills, data centers and other civil works.
• Demonstrated experience planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring geotechnical projects involving both above-ground and underground infrastructure systems.
• Support project management activities including scope development, cost estimating, budgeting, scheduling, coordinating and monitoring project progress.
• Lead preparation of technical and cost proposals for geotechnical services.
• Ensure quality assurance and quality control of geotechnical analyses, calculations, reports, and deliverables.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with internal teams and practices, client representatives, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Provide geotechnical engineering support during construction, including review of field conditions, responding to RFIs, and evaluating contractor submittals.
• Mentor, train, and oversee junior engineers, field staff, and technicians.
• Apply and support the use of non-destructive geophysical techniques for subsurface characterization.
• Perform additional geotechnical engineering tasks and responsibilities as required to support project delivery.

The ideal candidate will come in with these qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, and/or Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field, and 10 years of experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong technical, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in tandem, and mentor staff.
• Proficient in using geotechnical analysis and design software.

Qualifications

Education and/or Work Experience Required: • Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry) • Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. • Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring engineering projects.• Proven experience in project management roles, with a track record of successful project delivery.• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred: • Master’s Degree

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Salary : $110,000 - $135,000