We use cookies. Find out more about it here. By continuing to browse this site you are agreeing to our use of cookies.
#alert
Back to search results

Geotechnical Engineer

HDR, Inc.
United States, Texas, Austin
Nov 18, 2024

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.


In the role of Geotechnical Engineer, we'll count on you to:

  • Develop geotechnical engineering designs, sketches, plans, specifications and cost estimates for heavy civil infrastructure including, but not limited to, dams, flood walls, levees, flood conveyance systems, streambank protection, tunnels, pipelines and pumping stations, and water/wastewater treatment facility projects
  • Lead geotechnical field investigations, including developing scopes of work for drilling and lab testing programs and overseeing field work activities, performing construction observations and overseeing quality assurance testing of dams and other civil works projects
  • Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
  • Perform geotechnical engineering and pavement design services for TxDOT facilities
  • Conduct slope stability, seepage analysis and other geotechnical engineering studies
  • Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed
  • Function as Technical Specialist with opportunities to serve as Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed
  • Supervise a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed
  • Perform other duties as needed


Preferred Qualifications

  • A minimum of 3 years of previous experience
  • Master of Science Degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering
  • Experience with geotechnical software such as GeoStudio APILE, LPILE, SHAFT, PYWALL, GROUP, USACE software, Plaxis and MSEW

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Previous experience with Microsoft Office applications, MicroStation or other software as appropriate
  • Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage and deep foundation response software, as appropriate
  • Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location : United States-Texas-Austin
Other Locations : United States-Texas-Dallas
Industry : Water
Schedule : Full-time
Employee Status : Regular
BusinessClass : Dams Levees Civil Works
Job Posting : Oct 23, 2024
Applied = 0

(web-5584d87848-llzd8)