Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR, a leading provider of engineering services to the hydropower industry, is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our established team that is performing analysis and design of modifications for dams and other power infrastructure in the southeastern U.S. In the role of Geotechnical Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Perform dam safety inspections and complete the associated reporting, including support of FERC Comprehensive Assessments and risk assessments.
• Evaluate and report on dam safety instrumentation data for regulated dams.
• Prepare geotechnical analysis and design calculations and reports.
• Plan and oversee geotechnical field investigations and laboratory testing programs.
• Prepare design drawings and construction specifications.
• Participate in marketing efforts to both internal and external clients.
• Mentor younger staff in geotechnical engineering.
• Perform other duties as need.
• This position is subject to a preemployment drug test.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in geotechnical or geological engineering
• UTEXAS experience
• Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)
• Experience with dam safety inspections and dam engineering
• Experience reading, reviewing, and interpreting geotechnical instrumentation
• Experience reviewing and interpreting field and laboratory testing results
• Experience planning, performing, and documenting subsurface exploration and testing programs
• Experience performing seismic stability and deformation analysis of dams
• Experience evaluating stability of concrete gravity dams
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple simultaneous tasks effectively
• Ability to work independently on smaller projects and the desire to work on larger projects as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Local candidates are preferred
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Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office applications, MicroStation or other software as appropriate
• Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage and deep foundation response software, as appropriate
• Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte

Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-North Carolina-Asheville

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Hydropower

Job Posting: Oct 2, 2025