Offer summary

Qualifications:

10+ years of experience in civil engineering with a geotechnical focus in heavy civil design and construction., Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field., Professional Engineering Certification (PE) is required., A Master's Degree in a related field is preferred..

Key responsabilities:

Design and analyze earth structures, marine foundations, and heavy-lift foundation support.

Perform geotechnical analysis and ensure soil stability for heavy civil projects.

Assist with project management tasks, including proposals, reports, and coordinating junior staff work.

Conduct field work, provide construction observations, and analyze data from site visits.

Job description

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.

Foth is seeking a Lead Geotechnical Engineer to support a variety of environmentally related projects. This role requires strong technical expertise in geotechnical engineering, focusing on the design and analysis of earth structures, marine foundations, and heavy-lift foundation support. The candidate will assess soil and rock conditions to ensure stable foundations and safe infrastructure, addressing environmental aspects and collaborating with multi-discipline teams. This role is open to remote, hybrid or in-office work.

Primarily Responsibilities:

Earth Structures & Foundations: Design, construction, and finite element analysis. Perform geotechnical analysis, design calculations, and ensure soil stability for heavy civil projects

Marine Structural Foundations: Pile driving analysis, dynamic pile testing, CAPWAP. Collaborate with structural engineers to create complementary foundation designs

Heavy-Lift Foundations: Evaluate soil and rock properties, load-bearing capacity, and ground improvement. Address environmental impacts and ensure sustainable practices

General Geotechnical: Collect data, analyze slope stability, manage groundwater, and assess geotechnical risks. Use tools like AutoCAD for design and decision-making

Project Management: Assist with proposals, reports, and project phases. Coordinate tasks, review junior staff work, and ensure high-quality deliverables

Field Work & Construction Support: Prepare design calculations, coordinate field work, provide construction observations, and perform site visits to analyze data

Required Qualifications:

Experience: 10+ years with an engineering consulting firm performing civil engineering work with a geotechnical focus in heavy civil design and construction

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field

Certification: Professional Engineering Certification (PE)

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field

Why Foth:

Established Reputation: With over 86 years of experience, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.

Dynamic Culture: Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.

Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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