Senior Geotechnical Engineering Professional
Company: Awk Consulting Engineers Inc
Location: Turtle Creek
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Benefits: Free parking
Company-paid Life Insurance Company paid Disability insurance Paid
out-of-state Licensure (if required) 401(k) 401(k) matching
Competitive salary Dental insurance Paid time off Training &
development Tuition assistance AWK Consulting Engineers, Inc. has
an immediate need for a full-time Senior Geotechnical Engineering
Professional at its headquarters location in Pittsburgh, PA and its
branch office in Harrisburg, PA. Self-motivated individuals with
10-15 years of relevant work experience and strong academic
background should submit a cover letter and resume to AWK, per the
instructions below. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and analysis of
various shallow and deep foundation systems for structures;
including calculations to determine bearing resistance or
load-carrying capacity of the foundations along with the estimation
of foundation settlements under different subsurface conditions and
structural loading combinations Design and analysis of various
permanent and temporary earth retention systems such as concrete
gravity, soldier beam and lagging, sheet pile walls, etc. Slope
stability analysis utilizing computer programs such as GSTABL and
SLIDE Design and analysis of MSE walls and Reinforced Soil Slopes
Preparation and supervision of the final geotechnical engineering
reports. This activity requires excellent verbal communication
skills as well as writing capabilities Direct and manage various
types of projects in the government, industrial, and private
sectors that will include highways, bridges, culverts, dams,
tunnels, and public infrastructure improvements along with
manufacturing facilities, tanks and towers and various commercial
and residential developments Planning and execution of geotechnical
exploration and providing oversight of geotechnical investigations
including directing drilling subcontractors Direct, manage and
supervise Junior Engineers with respect to field exploration,
inspection and classifying soil and rock retrieved during drilling;
prepare boring logs for various types of projects Responsible for
data collection utilizing various types of field instrumentation
such as inclinometers, piezometers, and settlement monitoring
devices Computer skills including MS Word, MS Excel, L-PILE, P-Y
Wall, MathCAD, Slope Stability & Wave Equation Analysis Program
(WEAP & GRLWEAP) Prepare scopes of work and manhour estimates for
project work Co-design and manage multiple geotechnical engineering
projects, concurrently Co-coordinate and execute various projects
with Project and Junior Engineers, including ongoing mentoring of
junior staff Work alongside project management teams to
successfully monitor progress and implementation of intiatives
Perform other related duties as required SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: BS in
Civil or Geological Engineering (or associated engineering
discipline); MS preferred 10-15 years of experience in geotechnical
engineering PE certification Project experience with bridges,
roadways, retaining walls, soil and rock slopes, embankments,
buildings, and various methods of ground improvements Must be able
to manage and be in charge of multiple projects from the
inception/proposal stage to project closure Dependable drive and
character, as demonstrated with a stable work history Possess
computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, Project
Management Software; and a working knowledge of
geotechnical/structural analysis design software Strong
organizational and interpersonal skills Superior communication
skills, including verbal, social, and writing skills; the ability
to interface with a diverse range of colleagues, clients, and other
stakeholders HOW TO APPLY: For consideration, reply with a resume
highlighting your experience, expression of interest and
compensation requirements. Please email your resume to
careers@awkengineers.com or mail to Human Resources, 1225 Rodi Rd.
Turtle Creek, PA 15145. ABOUT US: AWK Consulting Engineers, Inc.
(AWK) is a dynamic and growing engineering firm encompassing
several engineering disciplines: including geotechnical, drilling,
surveying, pavement and rehabilitation design, structural
engineering, and construction inspection and management. AWK
Consulting Engineers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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