Project Geotechnical Lead

Description

• Support feasibility studies by identifying challenges and developing technically sound solutions.
• Adhere to company safety protocols and lead by example in planning and executing work in a safe and responsible manner.
• Maintain working knowledge of regulatory frameworks and design standards from DSOD, USACE, USBR, and FERC.
• Stay current with evolving dam safety regulations, design tools, and risk assessment methodologies through professional engagement and ongoing training.
• Lead geotechnical and civil design for embankment and concrete dams, spillways, outlet works, and appurtenant structures.
• Participate in FERC Part 12D reviews, Potential Failure Mode Analysis (PFMA) workshops, and Risk Informed Decision Making (RIDM) based assessments.
• Manage project teams (1–10 staff) through all phases of design, from site investigation to final deliverables, while fostering the growth and technical development of junior staff.
• Develop design drawings and technical specifications for various levels of design (e.g., 30%, 60%, 90%, 100% design).
• Conduct and oversee design calculations and technical analyses, including seepage modeling, slope stability, deformation, and foundation evaluations, using SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, FLAC, PLAXIS, Phase2, etc.
• Provide technical input on proposals, cost estimates, and construction planning.
• Support business development through client engagement, pursuits, and identification of talent.
• Contribute to internal initiatives focused on knowledge sharing, innovation, and quality management.
• Prepare and lead development of technical reports including Geotechnical Work Plans, Geotechnical Data Reports (GDRs), Geotechnical Baseline Reports (GBRs), technical memoranda, computation packages, feasibility studies, field reports, and other design and evaluation reports.
• Interface with regulatory agencies (e.g., FERC, DSOD, USACE) to support permitting and compliance.
• Travel to project sites domestically and internationally, as needed, for investigation and reviews.
• Develop familiarity with regulatory agency requirements, technical design standards, and industry standards and guidelines.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years dedicated to dam engineering (e.g., investigation, evaluation, design, construction).
• 10 to 15 years of professional experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university (required); Master’s degree preferred.
• Proficient in geotechnical software such as GeoStudio (SEEP/W, SLOPE/W), FLAC, PLAXIS, and Phase2.
• Demonstrated leadership on large dam projects.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to travel to project sites, both nationally and internationally.
• Working knowledge of the principles of civil/geotechnical engineering.
• PE license (required); California PE preferred or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance