Civil Engineering
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Jacksonville, FL
$112,000 to $143,000 a year
The employer is an engineering firm specializing in rail, transit and multimodal transportation.
The employer is looking for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Jacksonville, FL. In this role you will set technical direction alongside an experienced civil engineering team and take real ownership of your work. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is on site at our Jacksonville location.
What you’ll do
- Observe earthwork and foundation construction in the field
- Analyze foundations, retaining walls and slope stability
- Coordinate drilling subcontractors and field staff
- Write geotechnical reports with design recommendations
- Plan and oversee subsurface explorations and laboratory testing
- Mentor junior engineers and review their work
- Set technical standards and guide decisions across multiple projects
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
- 8+ years of relevant professional experience
- Valid driver’s license
- Experience writing geotechnical reports
- Willingness to work in the field
- A track record of leading projects from scope through delivery
Nice to have
- PE license
- Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering
Compensation and benefits
The pay range for this position in Jacksonville, FL is $112,000 – $143,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.
- Tuition reimbursement
- Commuter benefits
- Annual professional development and certification budget
- Paid parental leave
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness stipend
The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
