Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer - Transportation & DOT Design-Build

ECS is growing and we're looking for a Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer to join our North Carolina transportation team. If you thrive on leading technically complex highway and bridge design projects-and want to work with one of the largest and most respected engineering firms in the region-this role is built for you.

You'll drive the geotechnical scope for major transportation infrastructure, including design-build programs for NCDOT and much more. You'll also play a key role in shaping deliverables, coaching junior staff, and contributing to client relationships. It's a technical leadership role with real impact and visibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead geotechnical design on highway, bridge, and transportation infrastructure projects across North Carolina, with emphasis on DOT/NCDOT design-build programs

• Engineer and oversee analysis for embankments, retaining walls, deep and shallow foundations, slope stability, and settlement

• Write, review, and approve geotechnical reports, ensuring quality and accuracy of all submittals to DOT clients

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

• Serve as technical lead on project teams while mentoring junior engineers, field staff, and project managers

• Ensure compliance with DOT and AASHTO standards, while developing innovative and cost-effective design solutions

• Collaborate with other ECS teams across the region on multidisciplinary efforts and larger transportation programsSupport business development by strengthening relationships with current clients and identifying opportunities for growth

• Partner with marketing and proposal teams to showcase ECS's geotechnical capabilities in transportation infrastructure

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.

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.