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About the Role
UES is seeking a motivated and technically strong Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Austin, TX. This role supports and manages geotechnical projects from investigation to report delivery, contributing to diverse projects including residential, commercial, infrastructure, and large-scale developments. The engineer will evaluate subsurface conditions, interpret data, perform analyses, and prepare reports with recommendations for foundations, earthwork, and site development. This position offers an excellent opportunity for engineers who enjoy technical analysis and project management, and who want to develop their expertise while working on diverse and impactful projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage field investigations to gather site-specific data and evaluate ground conditions.
- Perform engineering analyses to evaluate site suitability, structural support requirements, and project feasibility.
- Develop and review technical reports, design recommendations, and feasibility studies.
- Identify potential risks related to site conditions and contribute to mitigation strategies.
- Contribute to the design of structural, civil, or environmental elements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support comprehensive project execution.
- Communicate findings and recommendations to internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
- Maintain current knowledge of industry standards, tools, and best practices.
Requirements
- 3+ years of professional experience in geotechnical or related engineering roles.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain.
- Familiarity with relevant industry standards and codes (e.g., ASTM, AASHTO, FHWA, ASCE).
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relevant to geotechnical and environmental projects.
- Solid foundation in engineering principles, soil mechanics, hydrology, structural interaction, and construction methods.
- Experience conducting field investigations, analyzing test data, and translating findings into practical engineering recommendations.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate technical challenges and develop data-driven solutions.
- Strong project coordination, time management, and task prioritization skills.
- Experience preparing technical specifications, reports, proposals, and cost estimates.
- Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and provide mentorship to junior staff.
- Extensive travel required, approximately up to 70% of the time.
- Ability to lift and carry between 35 and 75 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate laboratory and field equipment for extended periods.
- Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push.
- Ability to use senses to see, smell, hear, and touch.
- Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written means.
Skills
- Proficiency in engineering tools and software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PLAXIS, GeoStudio, LPILE, Settle3, or similar).
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 3+ years of professional experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
About the Company
- At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
- As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more.
Equal Opportunity
- UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates.