Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Louisville

Nationally Recognized Employee-Owned Engineering Consultancy

About the Company

This employee-owned engineering consultancy has spent more than five decades building a reputation as one of the most respected providers of geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction engineering services in the United States.

Supporting both public and private sector clients, the firm delivers complex infrastructure, transportation, industrial, commercial, energy, and land development projects across multiple states. Their success has been built on technical excellence, long-standing client relationships, and a commitment to developing industry-leading engineers.

With over 1,000 employee-owners and a strong presence throughout the Southeast and Midwest, the organization provides the resources of a large consultancy while maintaining the collaborative culture and autonomy typically found in smaller technical practices.

Why Join Us?

True Employee Ownership Become part of a 100% employee-owned organization where your contributions directly influence the long-term success of the business.

Technical Excellence Work alongside some of the industry's most respected geotechnical professionals on complex foundation, slope stability, settlement, earth retention, and ground improvement challenges.

Leadership Impact Take ownership of major projects, help shape technical direction, mentor developing engineers, and influence the future growth of the geotechnical practice.

Diverse Project Portfolio Exposure to transportation, industrial, municipal, commercial, energy, and large-scale infrastructure developments throughout the region.

Long-Term Career Growth Opportunities to advance into senior leadership, department management, business development, and regional practice leadership roles.

Established Market Reputation Join a firm trusted by owners, contractors, developers, and government agencies for delivering practical solutions to technically challenging geotechnical conditions.

Position Overview

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will serve as both a technical expert and project leader, guiding geotechnical projects from proposal development through final delivery.

This role offers the opportunity to lead challenging investigations, perform advanced geotechnical analyses, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and build trusted client relationships while mentoring the next generation of engineers.

You'll play a critical role in delivering technically sound, practical recommendations for complex subsurface conditions while helping expand the firm's geotechnical presence and client base throughout the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical projects from planning and investigation through analysis, reporting, and construction support.
• Perform advanced geotechnical evaluations including foundation design, settlement analyses, slope stability assessments, and earth retention systems.
• Develop practical recommendations for challenging subsurface and ground improvement conditions.
• Prepare and review high-quality technical reports, proposals, and engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, quality control, and risk management initiatives.
• Support business development efforts and help strengthen long-term client relationships.
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff while fostering professional growth within the team.
• Provide leadership during field investigations, drilling operations, and construction-phase services.
• Promote a culture of safety, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required or ability to obtain.
• Minimum 8 years of experience within the A/E/C industry.
• Strong project management and client relationship experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in geotechnical investigations, analyses, and design.
• Experience preparing technical reports and engineering recommendations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD.
• Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring capabilities.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Foundation Design
• Settlement Analysis
• Slope Stability Evaluations
• Earth Retention & Support Systems
• Ground Improvement Solutions
• Subsurface Investigations
• Geotechnical Reporting
• Project Management
• Construction Phase Services
• Business Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Technical Leadership
• Staff Mentoring
• Risk Management & Quality Assurance

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based compensation.
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Credential Incentive Program.
• Professional Development & Mentorship Opportunities.
• Employee Recognition Programs.
• Wellness Program.
• Life Insurance & Additional Voluntary Coverage Options.
• Pet Insurance.
• Long-term career advancement opportunities within a nationally recognized engineering consultancy.

Location

Louisville Metro Area (New Albany, IN)

Experience Level

Senior Geotechnical Engineer | PE | Technical Lead | Department Leadership Track

This opportunity is particularly well suited for a senior geotechnical engineer or department manager seeking a larger platform, meaningful ownership, greater technical influence, and a clear pathway toward senior leadership within a highly respected employee-owned consultancy.