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Ecs Group Of Companies

Principal Engineer - Transportation

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Ecs Group Of Companies
A global provider of integrated engineering, procurement, construction, and project management solutions.
Principal Engineer responsible for providing technical expertise and leadership across transportation and infrastructure projects in North Carolina, combining technical excellence with mentoring and business development responsibilities.
15d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Asheville, NC
Hybrid
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Geotechnical Engineering
Construction Materials Testing/Inspection
Environmental Consulting
Facilities Engineering and Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Geotechnical
Construction Materials
Environmental
Facilities Engineering
Facility Management
Architectural
Engineering
As-Built Documentation
Role
What you would be doing
design solutions
technical resource
mentor candidates
client relationships
client delivery
report review
  • Provide innovative design solutions to enhance project efficiency and performance
  • Act as a technical resource for project teams across the region, ensuring adherence to DOT and AASHTO specifications
  • Participate in the Associate Principal review committee and mentor candidates for this designation
  • Collaborate with marketing efforts to showcase ECS services and capabilities
  • Host or attend client and internal project meetings to provide technical solutions
  • Mentor and coach junior and mid-level engineers, technicians, and staff project managers
  • Primary responsibilities include providing technical expertise and supporting geotechnical / transportation staff both within the branch and throughout the region
  • Plan and oversee project managers on geotechnical explorations and field activities such as drilling, test pits, and inspections
  • Assist with business development by maintaining and expanding client relationships and identifying growth opportunities
  • Serve as final reviewer and ensure the accuracy of geotechnical reports, designs, and project deliverables
  • Perform and review slope stability analyses, foundation designs (shallow and deep), retaining structures, and settlement evaluations
What you bring
12+ years
gdm
geotech software
microstation
leadership
p.e. license
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in geotechnical and transportation engineering, with a focus on design, project management, and technical leadership
  • Demonstrate initiative and leadership in problem-solving and decision-making
  • Proven track record of leading technical reviews and serving as a senior technical reviewer at a previous firm
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required; Professional Geologist (P.G.) license may be acceptable in certain states
  • Valid driver’s license required for travel on behalf of ECS
  • Expertise in DOT Geotechnical Design Manual (GDM), AASHTO LRFD specifications, and geotechnical software (e.g., gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, FB-Pier, GRLWEAP)
  • Proficiency in MicroStation is preferred
  • Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
  • 'candidate must undergo background checks as mentioned in the job description'
Company
Overview
  • Founded with a vision to deliver high-quality, sustainable solutions, ECS Group of Companies has become a leading player in the engineering, procurement, construction, and project management industry.
  • The company operates across multiple sectors, focusing on energy, infrastructure, industrial, and commercial developments.
  • With decades of experience, ECS has successfully completed large-scale projects in challenging environments, including offshore and remote locations.
  • ECS specializes in providing integrated services from design to execution, ensuring seamless project delivery and quality standards.
  • The company prides itself on innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to drive efficiency and sustainability in all their projects.
  • From urban residential developments to complex industrial plants, ECS’s versatility allows it to tackle a wide array of projects across the globe.
  • ECS’s strong financial foundation and track record in delivering on time and on budget have made it a trusted partner for governments and private sector clients alike.
Culture + Values
  • We elevate our team by celebrating our strengths, amplifying our diversity, and developing meaningful career paths.
  • We're dedicated to establishing consistency, investing in partnerships and delivering an exceptional client experience.
  • We empower each other to continuously improve and reinvent our work. We don’t simply manage change, we drive it.
  • We have GRIT: guts, resilience, initiative and tenacity.
Environment + Sustainability
  • provides employee environmental awareness training covering SPCC/chemical spill plans, hazardous waste storage, Clean Air Act regulations, tank monitoring and EPCRA compliance
  • offers services in environmental engineering and renewable energy projects, including consulting on spill prevention, emission control and renewable infrastructure
  • measures and mitigates environmental risk through structured training aimed at maintaining compliance and sustainability in operations
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Strategic DEI Plan to build a more inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace.
  • Goal: Increase leadership/management roles occupied by women and underrepresented minorities.
  • Goal: Ensure equity of pay across identifiers, levels, and supplier diversity vendors.
  • Goal: Ensure accessibility for all ECS employees.
  • Goal: Foster a ‘safe to contribute and challenge’ culture.
  • Employee Resource Groups include ECS ADAPT; Black Professionals, Friends & Allies; Caregivers; HERicanes; Hispanic‑Latinx Professionals; InspirASIAN.
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