Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical EngineerAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you'll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.In the role of Senior Geotechnical Engineer, we'll count on you to:Plan and prepare geotechnical investigations or design activities that have a significant impact on major company programsParticipate in marketing efforts of both internal and external clientsOrganize, conduct, and coordinate or manage geotechnical investigations for transportation and other projectsPerform geotechnical technical analyses, prepare geotechnical reports, and coordinate with designers to implement recommendationsFunction as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on large-scale projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this positionSupervise professionals, technicians, and design teams, as neededPerform other duties as neededRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree10 years of experienceRequires 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 appropriateExperience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software, as appropriateExperience 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 mustHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.Primary Location: United States-Kentucky-LouisvilleOther Locations: United States-Tennessee-Memphis, United States-Kentucky-Paducah, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Tennessee-Nashville, United States-Kentucky-ElizabethtownIndustry: WaterSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: RegularBusiness Class: Dams Levees Civil WorksJob Posting: Feb 16, 2026At 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.