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Geotechnical Principal Engineer
full-timeMckinney

Summary

Location

Mckinney

Type

full-time

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Responsibilities

  • Primary responsibilities include providing technical expertise and supporting Geotechnical staff both within a branch and within a region
  • Host or attend project meetings with clients and/or ECS staff to help provide technical solutions as requested
  • Responsibilities may also include mentoring Associate Principals
  • Responsibilities may also include participation in the review committee for candidates who seek Associate Principal designation (Geotechnical)
  • Perform the following at the office and regional levels:
    • Overseeing projects
    • Performing technical report reviews
    • Preparing and reviewing proposals
    • Assisting with management of the department and P&L
    • Business development and assisting other staff in marketing our services by maintaining and developing client interactions
    • Assisting hiring managers to help make staffing decisions.
    • Leading and coaching junior staff members
    • Due to low barriers between departments, duties may also include performing the tasks above in CMT

Qualifications

  • Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
  • 12 years of related experience
  • Designation as a senior reviewer at your current or previous firm required
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) license is required in each of the state(s) in which you work.
  • If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required. 

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

 

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.

Other facts

Tech stack
Technical Expertise,Geotechnical Staff Support,Client Meetings,Technical Solutions,Mentoring,Review Committee Participation,Project Overseeing,Technical Report Reviews,Proposal Preparation,Department Management,P&L Management,Business Development,Client Interactions,Staffing Decisions,Coaching Junior Staff

About ECS Ltd

ECS Group of Companies is a Chantilly, VA-based consulting engineering firm. Organizationally we have 100+ offices and more than 3,000 employees in operating subsidiaries. Subsidiaries and their headquarter offices include:

  • ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC [Chantilly, VA];
  • ECS Midwest, LLC [Chicago, IL];
  • ECS Southeast, LLP [Raleigh, NC];
  • ECS Florida, LLC [Orlando, FL];
  • ECS Southwest, LLP [Dallas, TX];
  • ECS Pacific, Inc. [Walnut Creek, CA];
  • ECS Group of Companies [Chantilly, VA - provides administrative/support services to all operating subsidiaries].

Founded in 1988, ECS is an employee-owned corporation committed to providing high quality, innovative services. The professional staff at ECS delivers value-added solutions through our core service lines: Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Consulting, Construction Materials Testing/Inspection, and Facilities Engineering and Consulting.

'Setting the Standard for Service’ is our corporate philosophy that permeates everything we do. We embrace providing services on time and under budget while adding value to our clients. Our goal is to provide high-quality engineering and related services; and to be recognized by our clients and colleagues for our innovative ideas, responsiveness and value. Our high repeat business volume, recommendations from our clients and professional associates are all measures of our commitment to the industry we proudly serve. At ECS, it’s not just about getting the job done – it’s about getting the job done right.

Talent acquisition at ECS receives strategic focus. We keep our career center current and up-to-date! So if you are looking for a new career opportunity or know someone who is, please visit www.ecslimited.com and submit your resume through our career center for review by our dedicated recruiting team.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Civil Engineering

What you'll do

  • The primary duties involve providing technical expertise and support to Geotechnical staff regionally and within the branch, including hosting client meetings to deliver technical solutions. Responsibilities also extend to overseeing projects, reviewing technical reports, preparing proposals, assisting with department management, and engaging in business development activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Geotechnical Principal Engineer do at ECS Ltd?

As a Geotechnical Principal Engineer at ECS Ltd, you will: the primary duties involve providing technical expertise and support to Geotechnical staff regionally and within the branch, including hosting client meetings to deliver technical solutions. Responsibilities also extend to overseeing projects, reviewing technical reports, preparing proposals, assisting with department management, and engaging in business development activities..

Why join ECS Ltd as a Geotechnical Principal Engineer?

ECS Ltd is a leading Civil Engineering company.

Is the Geotechnical Principal Engineer position at ECS Ltd remote?

The Geotechnical Principal Engineer position at ECS Ltd is based in Mckinney, Texas, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Geotechnical Principal Engineer position at ECS Ltd?

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