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Quanta Services, Inc. · 11 hours ago

Geotechnical Engineer

HBK Engineering, LLC is a professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL, seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer. This role focuses on geotechnical designs associated with utility infrastructure, requiring collaboration with engineers and project managers to ensure project success through technical excellence and timely delivery.

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Responsibilities

Support a range of design tasks including soil borings supervision, geotechnical report preparation, and geotechnical analysis and design
Produce detailed calculations and documentation for earth retention designs
Prepare and/or review calculations related to shallow and deep foundations as well as bearing capacity and slope stability
Perform dewatering design
Coordinate drilling and lab testing
Collaborate with engineers and designers across disciplines to resolve design challenges and support project development
Maintain organized project electronic files and archives
Contribute to proposal preparation

Qualification

Geotechnical engineeringEarth Retention System DesignFoundation designMathcadDesign software PYWallDesign software LpileDesign software SlidePE registrationAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

B.S./M.S. Degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in geotechnical engineering
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in geotechnical engineering
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgement capabilities
Working knowledge of Mathcad and design software (PYWall, Lpile, Slide)
Strong technical skills in a wide range of geotechnical analysis and design
Computer skills including CADD, word processing, and spreadsheets
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

PE registration
Construction experience
Utilities experience
Earth Retention System Design experience

Benefits

Leadership opportunities through coaching and mentoring responsibilities
Professional growth with increased independence and minimal oversight
Experience in peer review processes under professional engineering supervision
Advanced project management and risk management experience
Enhanced client communication and technical reporting responsibilities
Field experience through walkdowns and stakeholder interactions
Travel opportunities for project work and professional development
Collaborative work environment with project management and engineering leadership
Clear career progression pathway within the HBK Organization's Engineering Track
Comprehensive benefits package
Continued preparation for Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Company

Quanta Services, Inc.

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Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR) is the leading specialty contractor with the largest and highly trained skilled workforce in North America, providing fully integrated solutions for the electric power, pipeline, industrial, and communications industries.

H1B Sponsorship

Quanta Services, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (29)
2024 (15)
2023 (17)
2022 (21)
2021 (15)
2020 (14)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.96B
Key Investors
First Reserve Corporation
2025-08-04Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2024-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
2002-12-24Post Ipo Equity· $72.9M

Leadership Team

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Kenneth M. Mercado
EVP, Electric Utilities
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