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Principal Geotechnical Engineer - Evansville
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LVI Associates
Evansville, IN (In Person)
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Company OverviewThis organization is a well‑established civil and geotechnical engineering consulting firm with more than five decades of experience serving public and private clients throughout the Midwest and Lower Ohio Valley. Since its founding, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering practical, technically sound engineering solutions to municipalities, utility providers, transportation agencies, and private developers.
Operating from regional offices, the firm provides integrated services including geotechnical engineering, civil and transportation design, environmental consulting, land surveying, construction inspection, and infrastructure planning. A strong emphasis is placed on understanding regional soil conditions, regulatory environments, and constructability challenges, enabling teams to deliver reliable, cost‑effective solutions.
Geotechnical engineering is a core component of the practice, supporting roadway and bridge projects, utilities, flood mitigation, industrial development, and municipal infrastructure. The organization's collaborative, relationship‑driven culture allows senior engineers to remain closely involved in both technical delivery and client service, ensuring consistent quality across projects of varying scale and complexity.
Position SummaryA respected regional engineering consulting firm is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead and expand its geotechnical engineering practice in Evansville, Indiana.
This is a senior leadership role for an experienced geotechnical professional who brings strong technical expertise, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to guide teams while contributing directly to project execution. The Principal Geotechnical Engineer will serve as a technical authority, client advisor, and growth leader for geotechnical services across southwestern Indiana and adjacent markets.
The position offers the opportunity to shape the future direction of the geotechnical practice while remaining actively engaged in technically challenging work that supports critical infrastructure and community development.
Key ResponsibilitiesGeotechnical Practice LeadershipLead the technical direction and growth of the geotechnical engineering practice in the Evansville region.
Serve as Principal‑in‑Charge on geotechnical projects, overseeing scope, schedules, budgets, and technical quality.
Act as a senior technical resource on complex subsurface investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and construction support services.
Technical Oversight & QualityProvide technical review and guidance for geotechnical reports, recommendations, and design deliverables.
Ensure consistent application of engineering judgment, applicable codes, and industry best practices.
Support risk management efforts, contract reviews, and coordination with civil, structural, and environmental teams.
Team Development & MentorshipMentor and develop geotechnical engineers, project managers, and field staff.
Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and training of geotechnical personnel as the practice grows.
Promote knowledge sharing, technical rigor, and professional development across project teams.
Business Development & Client EngagementMaintain and strengthen relationships with municipal, transportation, utility, and private‑sector clients.
Support proposal development, scope definition, and client interviews for geotechnical work.
Collaborate with leadership to expand geotechnical services into new markets and project types.
Operational & Financial LeadershipPartner with leadership on staffing plans, workload forecasting, and utilization management.
Monitor project financial performance and contribute to sustainable growth strategies.
Participate in broader operational planning and leadership initiatives.
QualificationsLicensed Professional Engineer (PE) required; geotechnical specialization preferred.10+ years of experience in geotechnical or civil engineering consulting.
Demonstrated experience leading geotechnical projects and managing client relationships.
Strong technical expertise in subsurface investigations, foundation design, earthwork, and construction support.
Proven ability to mentor engineers and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Experience working within a regional or multi‑office consulting environment preferred.
Operating from regional offices, the firm provides integrated services including geotechnical engineering, civil and transportation design, environmental consulting, land surveying, construction inspection, and infrastructure planning. A strong emphasis is placed on understanding regional soil conditions, regulatory environments, and constructability challenges, enabling teams to deliver reliable, cost‑effective solutions.
Geotechnical engineering is a core component of the practice, supporting roadway and bridge projects, utilities, flood mitigation, industrial development, and municipal infrastructure. The organization's collaborative, relationship‑driven culture allows senior engineers to remain closely involved in both technical delivery and client service, ensuring consistent quality across projects of varying scale and complexity.
Position SummaryA respected regional engineering consulting firm is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead and expand its geotechnical engineering practice in Evansville, Indiana.
This is a senior leadership role for an experienced geotechnical professional who brings strong technical expertise, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to guide teams while contributing directly to project execution. The Principal Geotechnical Engineer will serve as a technical authority, client advisor, and growth leader for geotechnical services across southwestern Indiana and adjacent markets.
The position offers the opportunity to shape the future direction of the geotechnical practice while remaining actively engaged in technically challenging work that supports critical infrastructure and community development.
Key ResponsibilitiesGeotechnical Practice LeadershipLead the technical direction and growth of the geotechnical engineering practice in the Evansville region.
Serve as Principal‑in‑Charge on geotechnical projects, overseeing scope, schedules, budgets, and technical quality.
Act as a senior technical resource on complex subsurface investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and construction support services.
Technical Oversight & QualityProvide technical review and guidance for geotechnical reports, recommendations, and design deliverables.
Ensure consistent application of engineering judgment, applicable codes, and industry best practices.
Support risk management efforts, contract reviews, and coordination with civil, structural, and environmental teams.
Team Development & MentorshipMentor and develop geotechnical engineers, project managers, and field staff.
Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and training of geotechnical personnel as the practice grows.
Promote knowledge sharing, technical rigor, and professional development across project teams.
Business Development & Client EngagementMaintain and strengthen relationships with municipal, transportation, utility, and private‑sector clients.
Support proposal development, scope definition, and client interviews for geotechnical work.
Collaborate with leadership to expand geotechnical services into new markets and project types.
Operational & Financial LeadershipPartner with leadership on staffing plans, workload forecasting, and utilization management.
Monitor project financial performance and contribute to sustainable growth strategies.
Participate in broader operational planning and leadership initiatives.
QualificationsLicensed Professional Engineer (PE) required; geotechnical specialization preferred.10+ years of experience in geotechnical or civil engineering consulting.
Demonstrated experience leading geotechnical projects and managing client relationships.
Strong technical expertise in subsurface investigations, foundation design, earthwork, and construction support.
Proven ability to mentor engineers and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Experience working within a regional or multi‑office consulting environment preferred.
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