Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Core
Leads delivery of complex geotechnical scopes for building and infrastructure projects, providing technical authority on design decisions and serving as the primary interface with clients and contractors.
Role type
Principal Geotechnical Engineer (Senior IC with leadership)
Builds
Geotechnical design reports, investigation specifications, and construction specifications for earthworks, retaining structures, and ground improvement.
Domain
Civil Engineering / Geotechnical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Geotechnical design, soil-structure interaction analysis, slope stability analysis, foundation optimization, seismic and liquefaction assessment, ground improvement design, shoring wall design, CPT interpretation, QA/QC of geotechnical deliverables
Preferred skills
International accreditations (e.g., ICE), knowledge of AASHTO, ASTM, IBC, and Eurocode 7, familiarity with BS standards
Technologies
PLAXIS 2D, PLAXIS 3D, Wallap, L-Pile, Slope/W, Slide2, Dips, Swedge, StoneC, CLiq, CPT-IT, Liquefy Pro, RocLab, RockWorks, QGIS, AutoCAD
Responsibilities
Develop specifications for geotechnical investigations and construction; prepare interpretative and design reports; review method statements, borehole logs, and specialist contractor submissions; lead and mentor a team of engineers; manage workstream scope, program, and fees; attend and lead meetings with clients and consultants.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with team leadership