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Senior Geotechnical/Structural Engineer

Knowhirematch
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/25/2026

 

Senior Geotechnical/Structural Engineer

Location: New York, NY (Fashion District) 
Employment Type: Full-time

We are recruiting on purpose for an experienced Senior Geotechnical/Structural Engineer to join our growing team in New York City. This is a high-impact role for a motivated professional eager to lead complex engineering efforts that range from investigation and design to rehabilitation and forensic analysis.

You’ll work on diverse infrastructure and structural projects, applying your expertise in both geotechnical and structural engineering to deliver resilient, safe, and efficient solutions.

Key Responsibilities

As a senior technical leader, your responsibilities will include:

  • Design & Analysis:
    Lead the design and evaluation of structural systems including foundations (shallow and deep), retaining walls, ground improvement methods, and excavation support systems.
  • Geotechnical Investigation:
    Analyze soil behavior including settlement, slope stability, soil dynamics, and groundwater flow/seepage.
  • Forensic & Rehabilitation Engineering:
    Assess distressed or failed structures and develop repair and retrofit strategies for existing infrastructure, including dams, embankments, tunnels, and pavements.
  • Construction Support:
    Provide technical guidance during construction, including field observations, issue resolution, and contractor coordination.
  • Client Services & Reporting:
    Prepare high-quality technical reports, proposals, budgets, and scopes of work. Present findings to clients and manage communication throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Project Leadership:
    Manage project components or entire projects independently, balancing technical excellence with scope, schedule, and budget oversight.
  • Team Development:
    Mentor junior engineers and oversee quality control on deliverables. Support a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
  • Litigation Support:
    Participate in expert investigations, technical reporting, and support for insurance claims or legal proceedings when required.
Qualifications
  • Education:
    MS or Ph.D. in Geotechnical or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • Licensure:
    Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
  • Experience:
    Minimum 6 years in geotechnical, structural, or civil engineering roles with demonstrated experience in both field and design settings.
  • Technical Proficiency:
    Familiarity with software such as:
    • Geotechnical – GEOSLOPE, Slide, Plaxis, LPILE, Settle3D, DeepEX, CIVILTech
    • Structural – ETABS, SAP2000, RISA
  • Communication:
    Strong written and verbal communication skills. Able to independently draft high-quality reports and deliverables.
  • Leadership & Engagement:
    Demonstrated involvement in professional societies (e.g., ASCE), with a record of speaking engagements, publications, or committee work preferred.
  • Logistics:
    Willingness to travel, including to remote project sites. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Why Join Us?
  • Work on challenging, multidisciplinary projects that make a real-world impact
  • Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team
  • Grow professionally through mentorship, training, and visibility in the industry
  • Flexible, supportive culture with opportunities to lead

Ready to build what matters?
Apply today and help shape the built environment with innovative, high-integrity engineering.

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