SOCOTEC

Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer

SOCOTEC  •  Tucson, AZ (Hybrid)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

About SOCOTEC:

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

SOCOTEC has an opening for a Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Tucson, Arizona

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with marketing and business development.
  • Prepare geotechnical proposals, including scope of services and proposed fees.
  • Assist in the compilation of RFQ/RFP documentation.
  • Respond to technical questions for solicitations during pre-bidding and bidding phases of projects.
  • Prepare and manage/oversee geotechnical projects.
  • Prepare geotechnical evaluation reports.
  • Attend project meetings with project stakeholders as needed.
  • Maintain client relationships.
  • Work directly with clients to assure successful project completion.
  • Mentor junior staff.
  • Provide leadership.
  • Provide ongoing training to engineering staff.
  • Provide direction and review engineering work products prepared by others.
  • Keep up to date with the latest geotechnical survey, measurement, and analysis techniques, instrumentation, industry standards, and guidelines.
  • Review and sign geotechnical proposals and reports on behalf of the company.

Qualifications

Education

  • PE license required.
  • B.S. in Civil Engineering required; M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical emphasis preferred.

Required Skills

  • Licensed Professional Engineer in Arizona.
  • 10+ years of experience in the geotechnical industry performing the duties described above.
  • Well-rounded background in geotechnical engineering.
  • Strong work ethic.
  • Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Track record of successful client relationships and service.
  • Thorough understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering.
  • Experience with construction and earthwork activities.
  • Geophysical survey experience is an additional asset.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work and meet deadlines under time pressure.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

Status: Full-time, in office or hybrid with one day remote, if approved by supervisor, per company policy.

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time; in-office

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SOCOTEC

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC ranks in the Top 10 Best Workplaces® 2025 (category: >2500 employees) and is once again certified Great Place to Work® in 2025, across 18 countries!

SOCOTEC offers its clients and partners services throughout the entire life cycle of built assets to ensure compliance, extend their lifespan, improve technical, energy, and environmental performance, and ultimately guarantee people’s safety.

As an independent trusted third party, SOCOTEC relies on 6,500 technicians and engineers across France, recognized among the best in risk management and technical consulting.

Joining SOCOTEC means becoming part of a community of 14,000 experts based in 26 countries, all ready to take on challenges in the fields of Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) in construction, infrastructure, and industry.

Joining us means giving purpose to your career and contributing to the ambitions of a fast-growing international group that has always placed people at the heart of its operations.

Our project is ambitious, and our collective energy is our strength! Together, we build trust for a safer and more sustainable world.

Let’s SOCOTEC

Come live a unique experience with us and help grow SOCOTEC, the leading expert in asset integrity for construction, infrastructure, and industry!

Join us and experience the SOCOTEC journey!

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Guyancourt, FR
Year Founded
1953
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