Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Description

Join a team of experienced and diverse geotechnical engineers, where you will provide high quality design and consulting services as part of multi-disciplined project teams for challenging domestic and international, power and industrial projects. These engineering services include but are not limited to the geotechnical aspects of foundation design (shallow & deep), earth retention systems, dam stability analyses/inspections, insitu instrumentation/monitoring programs, subsurface exploration, seismic stability, liquefaction analyses, ground improvement, groundwater supply wells, and field oversight of exploration and construction activities. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of diverse geotechnical field and design experience. Typical responsibilities may include:

• Provide designs and work closely with all design disciplines and business groups within S&L

• Prepare detailed calculations to

• Develop soil parameters for both static and dynamic conditions

• Determine drilled and driven pile capacity

• Evaluate shallow foundation capacity and settlement

• Analyze slope stability

• Work with Designers to accurately portray technical information on drawings

• Prepare and review specifications for subsurface investigations, deep foundations, ground improvement, earth retaining systems, monitoring wells, water production wells, and general earthwork

• Prepare bid tabulations and technical recommendations for bids received in response to specifications prepared

• Conduct on-site quality surveillance of subsurface exploration programs, pile installation and pile testing

• Assist in establishing laboratory testing programs

• Review vendor documents for conformity with specifications

• Participate in dam and dike examinations

• Regular domestic and occasional international trave l

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills and Experience

• 8+ years of diverse and progressive Geotechnical field and design experience.

• BSCE (MSCE preferred) from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong background and coursework emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering.

• Professional Engineer License, required.

• US Citizenship required to support nuclear power projects.

• Familiarity with design tools and software, such as LPILE, Slope/W, and proficient with Excel, and Word.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to maintain professional presence in settings ranging from the client offices to construction "trenches."

• Working knowledge of:

• ASTM standards, and/or

• NRC geotechnical standards is desired.

• Excellent verbal communication skills and effective writing skills.

• Ability and willingness to travel, both domestic and international, proficiency in a second language is desired.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Accident Insurance

• Disability Coverage

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Back-Up Daycare

• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)

• Pre-Tax Commuter Account

• Merit Scholarship Program

• Employee Discount Program

• Corporate Charitable Giving Program

• Tuition Assistance

• First Professional Licensure Bonus

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

• Paid Vacation

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Bereavement Leave

• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$95,840.00 - $147,870.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

CityPittsburgh

StatePA

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestCivil Engineering

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2025-20565

Business GroupEnergy & Industrial Group

DepartmentCivil Engineering Support Services