Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Materials

Title: Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Materials

State Role Title: Architect Engineer II

Hiring Range: $88,678 - $144,102

Pay Band: 6

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Bristol District Office

Agency Website: https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

What Drives You? Join VDOT and make an impact on Virginia's transportation infrastructure.

VDOT Bristol District is looking for a skilled Senior Geotechnical Engineer to provide expertise in investigation, testing, analysis, design, and construction for transportation projects. In this role, you will serve as a geotechnical expert on construction and maintenance projects, offering forensic evaluations when issues arise during or after construction. You will be responsible for fulfilling duties as the responsible charge engineer, ensuring projects comply with policies, procedures, and the Code of Virginia. Key responsibilities include assisting in policy development, managing projects and documentation, conducting geotechnical research, and providing recommendations on geotechnical investigations and designs. You will also evaluate consultant designs, offer support to construction and maintenance staff, and contribute to engineering studies and technical communications. The position requires effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, including local governments, elected officials, and the FHWA.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in geotechnical analysis and design practices.

• Valid driver's license.

• Ability to develop complex, technical reports.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and oversee complex geotechnical projects.

• Ability to oversee and assess the work of consultants.

• Valid Professional Engineer's license.

• Experience applying FHWA and AASHTO specifications and guidelines for geotechnical exploration and design.

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or related field.

• Ability to provide guidance on policy and procedure interpretation relating to program areas.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Experience applying geotechnical and civil engineering principles and practices.

• Ability to conduct complex analysis of geotechnical designs and develop alternative solutions to project designs.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of project management processes.

• Skill in negotiating.

• Experience in leading and managing geotechnical engineering projects and resolving complex issues.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the PageUp System. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and/or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance, benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short- and Long-Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members o