Geotechnical Engineer

2d2 days ago

Rimkus

US · Full-time

About this role

Rimkus seeks an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to lead and support geotechnical investigations, analyses, and designs for infrastructure and transportation projects. The role centers on managing studies, overseeing field investigations, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions across bridges, highways, railways, and commercial developments.

Daily work includes planning subsurface explorations, performing analyses for foundations and slope stability, and providing construction support during grading, pile driving, and foundation work. The engineer interprets geotechnical data, reviews reports, and ensures compliance with applicable standards and guidelines.

Collaboration occurs with clients, contractors, government agencies, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate project scopes, budgets, and schedules. Mentoring junior engineers and supervising technical staff supports quality assurance and professional development across the organization.

Rimkus offers full-time employees medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage along with employer-matching 401(k) and clear pathways for advancement within a stable, growing firm.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
15+ years of geotechnical engineering experience
Strong knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, soil and rock mechanics, slope stability, settlement analysis, earthquake engineering, pavement engineering, and groundwater hydrogeology
Experience with geotechnical investigations, foundation design, retaining structures, earthwork, and construction materials testing
Proficiency with geotechnical software including slope stability, pile modeling, and site response analysis tools
Experience mentoring junior engineers and reviewing technical work
Ability to travel to project sites and access active construction sites in varying environmental conditions

Responsibilities

Lead geotechnical investigations, analyses, and design for infrastructure and transportation projects including bridges, highways, railways, airports, pipelines, and commercial developments
Plan and oversee subsurface explorations, laboratory testing, instrumentation monitoring, and geotechnical data interpretation
Perform analyses and design for foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, seepage, earthwork, and seismic/geohazard mitigation
Provide geotechnical support during construction activities including grading, pile driving, drilled shafts, trenching, and foundation construction
Review and approve geotechnical reports, construction documents, and consultant designs
Develop project scopes, proposals, budgets, and schedules for geotechnical investigations and design services
Mentor and supervise junior engineers and technical staff while supporting quality assurance initiatives