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Geotechnical Associate Principal Engineer

Engineering Consulting Services Ltd

Detroit, MI

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Business Development, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Consulting, Contract Review, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, Engineering, Engineering Consulting, Geological Engineering, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Green Construction, Leadership, Mentoring, Professional Engineer, Project Tracking, Quality Control, Strategic Planning, Testing
LOCATION
Detroit, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is seeking an accomplished Geotechnical Associate Principal to join our growing Detroit team. In this critical leadership role, you will oversee complex engineering projects, mentor junior staff, drive business development, and spearhead impactful initiatives.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical expertise, mentoring, and leadership for geotechnical engineering staff.
  • Review proposals and contracts per company policy.
  • Host client and team meetings to provide geotechnical solutions.
  • Perform technical report reviews and final approval with professional stamp.
  • Oversee geotechnical projects ensuring quality control and timeliness.
  • Assist with department management, planning, and financials.
  • Lead business development efforts through community involvement and client engagement.
  • Develop and execute strategies to expand visibility of Dallas geotechnical services.
  • Track analytics and work cross-functionally to drive organic growth and showcase regional market expertise.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
  • Strong technical knowledge of geotechnical principles and applications.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
  • Business development experience in local market preferred.

Required Education & Certifications:

  • BS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar from an ABET accredited college/university.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG).
  • Designation as a senior reviewer at your current or previous firm.

Preferred Education & Certifications:

  • MS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar from an ABET accredited college/university.

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 #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #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.

About the Company

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Engineering Consulting Services Ltd

Why ECS? We have grit. What does that mean for you? We are problem solvers who approach obstacles with a fearless attitude. From trekking knee deep through swamplands to rappelling off of buildings, we do whatever it takes to safely get the job done! We have guts. The footprint of our company allows us to be nimble. With exceptional expertise and locations across the nation, we have the strength to support your project. We are resilient. We will ask the right questions, listen to your concerns and deliver. The opportunities to collaborate and think outside the box are infinite.  We take initiative. The work we do sometimes does not have an easy solution. It takes drive, determination and the ability to connect people and ideas to achieve remarkable results.   We bring tenacity. To put it plainly, we provide geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, environmental consulting, and facilities engineering services. From conception to completion, our boots are made for working.

 

To find out more about ECS: www.ecslimited.com

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Engineering Services
FOUNDED
1988
WEBSITE
http://www.ecslimited.com/

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