Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Requisition Number: 2025-1360-01

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Are you a Senior Geotechnical Engineer seeking a challenging opportunity to grow your career with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? S&ME is looking for an eager and dedicated full-time Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnical Engineering team in New Albany, Indiana.

At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.

* Professional Growth: We believe in providing continuous learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and a supportive work environment. Let us tell you more about that!
* Innovative Projects: Join a team that works on diverse and challenging projects of all sizes and complexities including but not limited to airports, solar farms, power plants, schools, trails, mixed-use, sports stadiums, dams, museums and more.
* Inclusive Culture: Our culture is built on collaboration and mutual respect. We want you to want to come into the office to build relationships, laugh together, learn from each other and enjoy the time with your teammates and colleagues.
* Work-Life Balance: We believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.
* Community Impact: Our work creates lasting, positive impacts on the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on our technical excellence, quality work and client satisfaction to continue making a difference.

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer role involves leading geotechnical engineering projects from planning through execution. You will provide technical direction and mentorship, oversee project management and financial performance, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, on-time results. This role is both client-facing and team-driven, with a strong focus on growing business opportunities and developing geotechnical staff.

* Technical Oversight: Lead geotechnical investigations, foundation and earthen structure analyses, and seismic site assessments.
* Project Management: Oversee project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
* Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing geotechnical engineering team.
* Client Relations: Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by delivering reliable solutions and responsive communication.
* Business Development: Support pursuit of new projects and markets through proposal preparation and strategic growth initiatives.

* You have a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geological, Mining, or Geotechnical Engineering or a related field
* You have a minimum of 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
* You have at least 5 years of experience managing projects and teams
* You have a Professional Engineer (PE) license
* You have the ability to develop and grow business opportunities through client interaction and industry engagement

Perform the physical demands of the position with the use of company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as:

* Working outdoors the majority of the time in varying weather conditions
* Walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for potentially up to 12 hours a day
* Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
* Maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground around active construction sites
* Traveling, including overnight assignments, as necessary

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job, it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!

* Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
* 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
* 401K with Company Matching
* PTO with Rollover
* Maternity/Paternity Leave
* Employee Recognition Program
* Credential Incentive Program
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work
* $2,000 Referral Bonuses
* & More!

.Join us at S&ME!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.