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Exciting Opportunity for a Licensed Geotechnical Engineer | Exceptional Culture + Complex Projects in Lexington

Date Posted: 06 June 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Lead High-Impact Infrastructure & Water Resource Projects

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer looking for more than just another project list?

What if you could work on technically challenging infrastructure, water resource, environmental, and resiliency projects while being part of a collaborative team that genuinely values your expertise, professional growth, and work-life balance?

Our client is seeking a Licensed Geotechnical Engineer who wants to solve complex subsurface challenges, influence critical project decisions, and serve as a trusted technical leader on projects that directly impact communities and essential infrastructure.

Why Engineers Join—and Stay

✔ Challenging, meaningful projects that make a lasting impact

✔ Strong technical team with a culture of collaboration and mentorship

✔ Clear opportunities for advancement into technical leadership and project management

✔ Excellent work-life balance and flexibility

✔ Competitive compensation and annual performance bonuses

✔ Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits

What You'll Work On

As a key member of the geotechnical team, you'll lead and support projects involving:

  • Geotechnical investigations and subsurface evaluations

  • Foundation design and geotechnical analysis

  • Earthwork and retaining structure design

  • Groundwater, seepage, and dewatering studies

  • Dams, levees, and water-retaining structures

  • Geological hazard and risk assessments

  • Environmental remediation and site assessments

  • Construction support, technical reporting, and client consultation

You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and play a critical role from project planning through final construction.

What We're Looking For

  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

  • Experience in geotechnical engineering, foundation design, and subsurface investigations

  • Strong technical analysis and problem-solving capabilities

  • Experience preparing technical reports and recommendations

  • Ability to manage projects, clients, and multidisciplinary coordination

  • Passion for mentoring, leadership, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions

Compensation & Benefits

  • Above-market compensation

  • Annual performance bonus program

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) with company contribution

  • Career advancement opportunities

  • Collaborative and supportive culture

  • Flexible work environment

  • Professional development and leadership growth

Make an Impact

This is an opportunity to join an organization where your technical expertise will be valued, your ideas will be heard, and your work will directly contribute to infrastructure, environmental stewardship, water resource management, and community resilience.

If you're ready for a role that offers technical challenge, professional growth, and meaningful project work, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today for a confidential conversation.

For confidential consideration, contact:

Larry Lemberger Civil Engineering Recruiter | gpac 📧 larry.lemberger@gogpac.com 📱 (920) 227-4073

Apply confidentially or reach out directly to learn more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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