Senior Geotechnical Engineer

5 days ago


Denver, Colorado, United States Tetra Tech Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Denver, Colorado. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for providing geotechnical engineering design and analysis services for civil engineering projects related to water supply, dams, and reservoirs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Plan, conduct, and supervise geotechnical engineering design and analysis for civil engineering projects.
  • Manage and prepare geotechnical and geologic field investigations, review field investigation boring logs and data, and assign project-specific laboratory testing.
  • Conduct dam safety investigations, facilitate and/or participate in FERC Part 12, PFMA, dam risk analysis, assessment, and management activities.
  • Provide geotechnical solutions for dams, embankments, levees, foundations, underground construction, and earth structures.
  • Develop and/or review quality control/assurance specifications and documentation during engineering design projects and during field construction activities.
  • Conduct field observations, site visits, and exploration programs to verify that work performed complies with contract requirements.
  • Analysis and design of corrective measures for major geotechnical problems such as landslides, seepage, foundations, canal failures, or land subsidence.
  • Prepare preliminary and detailed design drawings and specifications for engineering projects.
  • Participate in marketing and business development efforts, contributing to developing new projects and clients.
Requirements
  • BS in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering with an emphasis in geotechnical applications; MS in Geotechnical Engineering preferred, plus equivalent experience.
  • Registration as PE in Colorado is required, or ability to become registered within 6 months.
  • Ten to Fifteen years of relevant experience.
  • Construction experience and ability to troubleshoot issues in the field.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD, computer modeling skills are a plus.
  • Proficiency or solid working knowledge of computer modeling software such as GeoStudio, LPile, gINT, FLAC.
  • Ability to occasionally travel to project sites, work in the field during all seasons and weather conditions, and lift heavy loads (up to 25 pounds).
About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a global company that combines the resources of a multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 470 locations worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.

We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.



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