Role Overview
SOCOTEC is hiring a Senior Geotechnical Engineer. This is a full-time role in Houston. posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job description
Ninyo & Moore, a SOCOTEC Company has an opening for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Houston, Texas. The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will investigate residential and commercial sites to evaluate the cause and origin of geotechnical failures, damages or defects, conduct and manage forensic geotechnical evaluations; and direct, review, and oversee small to large private and public geotechnical projects. The successful candidate will also mentor junior staff; provide leadership, maintain client relationships; assist in marketing/business development; provide ongoing training to engineering staff; provide direction and review of engineering work products; and prepare, review and sign geotechnical proposals and reports.
The successful candidate should be a licensed professional engineer in Texas with over 10 years of experience with a geotechnical consulting firm performing duties described above. A well-rounded background in geotechnical engineering, strong work ethic, excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, and a track record of successful client relationships and service are required. Candidate should have a thorough understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering. The ideal candidate will have work experience with construction and earthwork activities. Candidate should have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, positive attitude, and excellent problem solving skills.
- PE license and M.S. in Civil Engineering with geotechnical emphasis required.
Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)
For more information, please visit www.socotec.us
Job Type: Full-Time, in office
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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How do I apply for the Senior Geotechnical Engineer position at SOCOTEC?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to SOCOTEC. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Geotechnical Engineer position at SOCOTEC located?
This position is based in Houston. SOCOTEC has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Geotechnical Engineer at SOCOTEC earn?
SOCOTEC has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Geotechnical Engineer role at SOCOTEC posted?
This role was posted on June 24, 2026 (15 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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