HDR

Senior Geotechnical Engineer (PE)

HDR • $90K — $120K *
Phoenix, AZ 85032In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or related Engineering.
  • 10+ years of relevant geological engineering experience.
  • Professional Engineering license (PE or P.Eng) required.
  • Hands-on expertise in subsurface investigations and foundation design.
  • Familiarity with advanced geotechnical software like gINT, GeoStudio, and Bentley products.
  • Knowledge of advanced numerical modeling techniques.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Scope and execute site characterization studies and field investigations.
  • Manage geotechnical subcontractors for drilling and testing services.
  • Develop geotechnical designs and cost estimates for infrastructure projects.
  • Conduct geotechnical analysis for foundations, retaining walls, and pavement systems.
  • Review and ensure quality of geotechnical deliverables from subconsultants.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout project phases.
  • Provide oversight and planning for Alternative Delivery projects.

Benefits

  • Diverse project opportunities across various sectors.
  • Collaboration with experts from different engineering disciplines.
  • Contribution to high-impact projects that shape regional infrastructure.
  • Employee-owned culture encouraging individual input and shared success.
Full Job Description
Geotechnical Engineer - Phoenix, AZ

In the role of Geotechnical Engineer, we'll count on you to:

  • Scope, plan, and execute site characterization studies and field/laboratory investigations.
  • Manage work by geotechnical subconsultants including drilling firms, geophysical and special testing consultants, and testing labs.
  • Develop geologic and geotechnical designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for major transportation and infrastructure projects.
  • Support and execute geotechnical analysis and design of foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, site grading, ground improvement, and pavement systems.
  • Provide QA/QC reviews of geotechnical deliverables, including those prepared by subconsultants.
  • Partner with single and multidisciplinary teams through all phases of a project-from concept to construction support
  • Deliver projects on time and on budget while helping our clients navigate complex geotechnical challenges.
  • Provide geotechnical planning, oversight and review in the role of Owner's Engineer for Alternative Delivery projects.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's in Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or related Engineering.
  • 8+ years of geotechnical or geological engineering experience.
  • Hands-on expertise with subsurface investigations, field/lab testing, foundation design, slope stability, settlement, and ground improvement.
  • Experience with software such as SHAFT, LPILE, SETTLE3D, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, RocScience Programs, AASHTO MEPDG, gINT, GIS, or Civil 3D.
  • Active participation in professional societies (ASCE, AEG, DFI, Geo Institute of ASCE).
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, technical writing ability, and the drive to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.


Why HDR?

  • Diversity of projects: From transportation corridors to water resources and energy, no two projects are alike.
  • Cross-discipline collaboration: Work alongside structural, water, environmental, and construction professionals to solve challenging geotechnical problems.
  • Large-scale impact: Contribute to high-profile projects across the Southwest and the West that shape communities for generations.
  • Employee-ownership culture: Build your career in a firm where your voice matters, and your success is shared.


At HDR, you'll do more than geotechnical engineering-you'll help shape the infrastructure of the future.

Ready to make your mark? Apply today and bring your expertise to HDR's growing Phoenix team.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 10 years of experience
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications, GIS, and CADD, as appropriate
  • Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software, as appropriate
  • Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)
  • Knowledge of advanced numerical modeling techniques such as Finite Difference, Finite Element, Discrete Element, etc. and commercial software for advanced numerical modeling (Bentley, PLAXIS, Itasca FLAC)
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

About HDR

HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
Learn more about HDR
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1917
* Ladders Estimates

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