Geotechnical Pipeline Engineer
About the Opportunity
An established, highly respected national geotechnical consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical Pipeline Engineer to join their growing Austin practice. This is an opportunity to step into a well-supported regional operation with a strong backlog, highly technical project work, and a culture built around mentorship, collaboration, and long-term career development.
The firm has been recognized for its innovative design methods, commitment to technical excellence, and strong presence across transportation, energy, heavy civil, and large public-sector infrastructure. The Austin office continues to expand, creating clear opportunities for progression into technical leadership or project management pathways.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support geotechnical engineering and design for pipeline-related projects, including routing, trenchless crossings (HDD, microtunneling), slope stability, settlement, and subsurface characterization.
- Prepare and review geotechnical reports, calculations, design packages, and construction recommendations for pipeline systems and associated infrastructure.
- Conduct and oversee field investigations, including borings, test pits, field testing, and geophysical surveys.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and permitting agencies.
- Provide technical oversight on analyses such as liquefaction, lateral spreading, soil-structure interaction, and foundation design for pipeline supports and facilities.
- Participate in QA/QC and peer review processes to maintain high technical standards.
- Support proposal development, client presentations, and contribute to building long-term client relationships.
- Mentor junior engineers and help shape the growing geotechnical pipeline practice in the region.
Required Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license - required for consideration.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, or Geological Engineering.
- 4-12+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering, ideally with exposure to pipeline or linear infrastructure projects.
- Strong background in geotechnical investigation, analysis, and design.
- Familiarity with pipeline-related geotechnical considerations (e.g., trenchless methods, geohazards, subsidence, expansive clays, soft soils, erosion hazards, etc.).
- Proficiency with geotechnical software such as SLIDE, GRLWEAP, SETTLE, PLAXIS, gINT, or GeoStudio.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with clients.
What's Great About This Company
- Industry Leader: Nationally recognized for geotechnical innovation on complex and challenging infrastructure projects.
- Specialist Expertise: Deep technical bench across geotechnical, tunnel, trenchless, and ground engineering-meaning great mentorship and collaboration opportunities.
- Career Growth: Clear progression paths, including technical specialist, project manager, and office leadership routes.
- Strong Backlog: Consistent flow of energy, transportation, pipeline, and heavy civil projects across Texas and nationally.
- Employee-Centric Culture: Known for investing in staff development, supporting licensure, providing strong benefits, and fostering a collaborative, team-first environment.
- Reputation for Quality: Trusted by major public agencies, EPC firms, and energy clients for delivering highly technical solutions on high-impact projects.
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