Senior Geotechnical CMT Engineer
About the Opportunity
A well‑respected, long‑standing Texas engineering firm is expanding its Geotechnical and Construction Materials Testing (CMT) division and is seeking a Senior Geotechnical / CMT Engineer to join their leadership team. This role is ideal for a PE‑licensed engineer who wants greater influence, visibility, ownership of projects, and a genuine opportunity to shape the direction of a high‑growth department.
This company-privately owned, stable, and known for treating its people incredibly well-has been experiencing sustained demand across commercial, industrial, municipal, and transportation sectors. They are looking for someone who wants more than just a job: they want someone who wants to build, drive, and lead.
Why This Role Is Different
Strong Reputation & Repeat Clients
The firm has been around for decades and is deeply embedded in the Texas AEC community. They win clients through quality, relationships, and practical engineering-not by underbidding.
Ability to Make an Impact
Because the company isn't a giant bureaucracy, you'll have genuine influence over geotechnical programs, CMT operations, exploration approaches, reporting standards, and client strategy.
Leadership Track
This role is part of a long‑term succession plan. As they grow, they want this person positioned for a future Chief Engineer / Department Lead role.
Supportive, Low‑Ego Culture
Leadership describes their culture as:
"Technical excellence without the corporate nonsense."
Teams collaborate, communicate openly, and prioritize quality and career growth.
Key Responsibilities
Geotechnical Engineering
- Lead and review geotechnical investigations, analysis, and final reporting.
- Oversee field programs including borings, sampling, and lab testing.
- Perform engineering analyses (bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, pavements, retaining walls).
- Provide recommendations for foundations, earthwork, pavements, groundwater, and site development.
CMT Engineering Oversight
- Provide engineering supervision for lab and field CMT operations.
- Stamp geotechnical and materials testing reports.
- Mentor technicians and evaluate test data for compliance and accuracy.
- Improve QA/QC processes and technical standards.
Project & Client Leadership
- Serve as a primary technical contact for clients-contractors, developers, municipalities, and DOT partners.
- Prepare proposals, scopes, and budgets for geotechnical and CMT projects.
- Help guide strategic expansion of the division.
Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Texas PE preferred or ability to obtain via reciprocity).
- 6-15+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering and/or CMT engineering.
- Strong knowledge of Texas soils, foundation systems, and construction methods.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers or technicians.
- Ability to manage projects, write reports, and interface with clients confidently.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance bonuses.
- Strong benefits package (healthcare, PTO).
- Professional development support + PE renewal fees covered.
- Clear promotion pathway with significant leadership potential.
What This Role Leads To
This hire is not meant to "fill a seat."
They want a future technical leader-someone who can help evolve the department, elevate standards, and ultimately take ownership of a major portion of the business.
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