Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Idaho Office Lead
Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Idaho Office Lead
📍 Location: Idaho Falls, ID
🏢 Company: Regional Geotechnical, Structural, & Civil Engineering Firm
🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time | Senior Level
About Us
We are a full service consulting engineering, surveying and materials testing firm with an amazing culture of collaboration and growth. Being a Mid-sized firm where everyone knows everyone; this is a friendly, supportive environment.
Our success is rooted in the honesty and integrity of our founders and owners. We take pride in delivering professional services to clients who value these principles. By staying at the forefront of technological advancements, we implement the most efficient methods to ensure speed, precision, and quality in every product we deliver.
Role Overview
As the Senior Geotechnical Engineer and Idaho Office Lead, you will be responsible for:
- Launching and managing the Idaho office, including hiring, mentoring, and developing a high-performing local team.
- Leading geotechnical investigations, analysis, and design for renewable energy projects (solar, wind, battery storage) and other infrastructure developments.
- Collaborating with internal R&D teams to integrate cutting-edge geotechnical solutions into project delivery.
- Managing client relationships, project budgets, and schedules across multiple concurrent projects.
- Supporting business development efforts and expanding our presence in the western U.S. market.
- Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and industry standards.
What we Offer
- Starting salary at $150k - opportunity for more for the right candidate
- Deep Idaho Roots - Proudly serving communities across the state for over five decades
- Diverse Project Portfolio - Civil, structural, geotechnical engineering, surveying, and materials testing
- Tight-Knit Team Culture - Work closely with experienced professionals in a collaborative environment
- Growth Opportunities - Room to grow your career in a stable, respected firm
- Leadership Opportunity - Opportunity to lead own team and do project & design management
- Bonus structure tied to departmental profitability
- There is clear path to leadership and even ownership for the right engineer
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the technical lead on complex geotechnical engineering projects.
- Oversee field investigations, laboratory testing programs, and geotechnical analysis.
- Prepare and review technical reports, proposals, and construction recommendations.
- Coordinate with structural, civil, and environmental teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
- PE license required; Idaho PE or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- Minimum 8-10 years of geotechnical engineering experience
- Strong leadership, communication, and business development skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and sustainability.
Apply now!
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