Senior Geotechnical Engineer (PE)

Senior Geotechnical Engineer (PE) – 193403 Shape the Southwest with HDR. At HDR, we believe that diverse perspectives fuel smarter solutions. As an employee‑owner in a global architecture, engineering, and consulting firm, you’ll collaborate across disciplines to deliver some of the most impactful infrastructure projects in the Southwest and beyond. Responsibilities 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. Provide geotechnical planning, oversight, and review in the role of Owner’s Engineer for Alternative Delivery projects. Deliver projects on time and on budget while helping our clients navigate complex geotechnical challenges. 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. Required Qualifications 10 years of experience. Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng)). 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. Employment Equity At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising