UES
Principal Engineer
At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more.
Position Overview As a Principal Engineer, you will apply fundamental engineering principles to design, field assessments, and construction oversight. The position will complete projects for existing clients and contribute, lead, design, and streamline the daily engineering operations to ensure they align with the business objectives set forth by senior management, while supporting various departments.
Responsibilities
Provide senior technical oversight and expertise on complex proposals and projects
Examine engineering reports, lot letters and field recommendations produced by field staff
Provide recommendations to leadership as well as mentorship and guidance to other engineers and project managers
Generate reports, recommendations and other documentation needed by clients, including engineering and design
Conduct site meetings, site estimates, and project recommendations for prospective and current clients
Create, prepare and update project proposals and technical reports in a timely manner
Collaborate with senior management to improve consistency and efficiency in reporting procedures
Develop and manage projects with new and existing clients, ensuring profitability
Participate in business development, networking and marketing
Review, update and approve invoices weekly for ongoing projects
Maintain excellent communication both verbally and electronically with senior management, project managers and colleagues
Maintain a billable utilization rate of 50%
Follow all company safety procedures and policies
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
Professional Engineering license (PE) with the ability to obtain additional state licenses as needed
Experience of 15+ years in Geotechnical and/or CMT field
Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
Knowledge of geotechnical and construction materials testing methods, ASTM standards, and soil classifications
Ability to calculate results from geotechnical/construction materials testing data
Ability to read and interpret construction documents, detailed reports, correspondence and memos
Ability to accurately complete field-testing documentation and detailed figures
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to write technical reports, proposals, business correspondences and/or procedure manuals as needed
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations, to customers, clients, construction teams, and other employees of the organization
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Boring Log software, AutoCAD and other engineering design software, deep foundation software, slope stability software, laboratory software and settlement software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to use technology/computer
Strong leadership skills and detail oriented
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment
Ability to work weekends, holidays, overtime, overnight and travel as needed
Travel Requirements This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on‑site work.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as precipitation, extreme cold or heat, dusty and noisy work environments.
Office work requires long‑term sitting and computer work.
The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:
Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time as well as drive long distances.
Frequent use of fingers, hands and arms for typing, cellphone usage.
Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, lift, carry, and push repetitively.
Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate sometimes with noisy environments.
UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here
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Position Overview As a Principal Engineer, you will apply fundamental engineering principles to design, field assessments, and construction oversight. The position will complete projects for existing clients and contribute, lead, design, and streamline the daily engineering operations to ensure they align with the business objectives set forth by senior management, while supporting various departments.
Responsibilities
Provide senior technical oversight and expertise on complex proposals and projects
Examine engineering reports, lot letters and field recommendations produced by field staff
Provide recommendations to leadership as well as mentorship and guidance to other engineers and project managers
Generate reports, recommendations and other documentation needed by clients, including engineering and design
Conduct site meetings, site estimates, and project recommendations for prospective and current clients
Create, prepare and update project proposals and technical reports in a timely manner
Collaborate with senior management to improve consistency and efficiency in reporting procedures
Develop and manage projects with new and existing clients, ensuring profitability
Participate in business development, networking and marketing
Review, update and approve invoices weekly for ongoing projects
Maintain excellent communication both verbally and electronically with senior management, project managers and colleagues
Maintain a billable utilization rate of 50%
Follow all company safety procedures and policies
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
Professional Engineering license (PE) with the ability to obtain additional state licenses as needed
Experience of 15+ years in Geotechnical and/or CMT field
Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
Knowledge of geotechnical and construction materials testing methods, ASTM standards, and soil classifications
Ability to calculate results from geotechnical/construction materials testing data
Ability to read and interpret construction documents, detailed reports, correspondence and memos
Ability to accurately complete field-testing documentation and detailed figures
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to write technical reports, proposals, business correspondences and/or procedure manuals as needed
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations, to customers, clients, construction teams, and other employees of the organization
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Boring Log software, AutoCAD and other engineering design software, deep foundation software, slope stability software, laboratory software and settlement software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to use technology/computer
Strong leadership skills and detail oriented
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment
Ability to work weekends, holidays, overtime, overnight and travel as needed
Travel Requirements This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on‑site work.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as precipitation, extreme cold or heat, dusty and noisy work environments.
Office work requires long‑term sitting and computer work.
The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:
Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time as well as drive long distances.
Frequent use of fingers, hands and arms for typing, cellphone usage.
Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, lift, carry, and push repetitively.
Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate sometimes with noisy environments.
UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here
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