Geotechnical Engineering I
HDR
HDR is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to join our established Power program in North Carolina. In this role, you will take a technical lead on the analysis, design, and construction of modification for large‑scale dams and critical power infrastructure across the region. You will be responsible for driving project workflows, planning, geotechnical field investigations, laboratory testing programs, preparation of geotechnical analysis, design calculations and reports, review/evaluation of dam safety instrumentation data, finite element modeling of dams, preparation of design drawings/construction specifications, participation in dam safety inspections, participation in marketing efforts for internal/external clients, and other tasks as required to support project goals and other HDR business activities. While this position focuses on acting as a high‑level Technical Specialist you will also have the opportunity to serve as Project Manager for mid‑size initiatives and support marketing efforts for both internal and external clients.
Bachelor's or M.S. degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering
5 years of related experience in geotechnical engineering
Experience using AutoCAD, MicroStation or GIS applications
Experience using other industry standard geotechnical and geological engineering software
Experience planning, performing, and documenting subsurface explorations
Experience reviewing and interpreting field and laboratory testing results
Experience with dam safety inspections and dam engineering
Ability to work independently on smaller projects and the desire to work on larger projects as part of a multi‑discipline project team
Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
Ability to perform field work and overnight travel (some field work and travel will be required), local candidates are preferred
Bachelor's degree
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (PE or P.Previous experience with Microsoft Office applications, MicroStation or other software 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)
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
$132.38k - $220.63k
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