Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer

ECS is actively hiring Senior Geotechnical Engineers to lead major infrastructure and transportation initiatives across North Carolina. This role is designed for a technical leader who can balance complex engineering design with high-level client management for DOT and other large-scale infrastructure programs. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide leading support for a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and designers on geotechnical and construction materials testing (CMT) projects. 

• Direct the design of embankments, retaining structures, and subgrade stabilization, deep and shallow foundations using MicroStation and OpenRoads software. 

• Oversee and plan geotechnical field explorations, including drilling, test pits, and inspections as needed. 

• Act as the primary point of contact for DOT (or other agency) project managers and external stakeholders, ensuring technical requirements and deadlines are met for multiple concurrent major programs. 

• Oversee the development of geotechnical engineering reports and design packages, providing technical seal as needed. 

• Manage project budgets and resource allocation for on-time delivery for infrastructure deliverables. 

• Execute business development strategies by identifying regional opportunities and leading the technical portion of proposal submissions. 

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key decision-makers at the DOT, municipal agencies, and Tier 1 prime consultants to ensure ECS remains a preferred partner. 

• Ensure all technical deliverables and field operations maintain 100% compliance with NCDOT, AASHTO, and ASTM standards. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field 

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required; Professional Geologist (P.G.) license may be acceptable in certain states 

• 5+ years of experience in geotechnical and transportation engineering, with a focus on design, project management, and technical leadership 

• Expertise in DOT Geotechnical Design Manual (GDM), AASHTO LRFD specifications, and geotechnical software (e.g., gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, FB-Pier, GRLWEAP) 

• Proficiency in MicroStation is preferred 

• Proven track record of leading technical reviews and serving as a senior technical reviewer at a previous firm 

• Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills 

• Demonstrate initiative and leadership in problem-solving and decision-making 

• Valid driver’s license required for travel on behalf of ECS 

If you’re ready to take your geotechnical expertise to the next level and make a visible impact on infrastructure that matters, ECS wants to hear from you. Let’s build the future of transportation—together. 

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
• E-7

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.