Principal Engineer

Build your future as a Principal Engineer at UES Professional Solutions 29, Inc. (UES), formerly known as SUMMIT Engineering, Laboratory & Testing, Inc. As one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the nation, we’re looking for new talent to grow along with us.Your role as a Principal Engineer will give you the opportunity to not only make your mark in a nationally recognized firm, but also directly contribute to our unprecedented growth. If you’re known for your commitment to excellence and passion for working in a collaborative environment, UES is where you belong.Position Summary:As a Principal Engineer, you will provide technical engineering oversight for the Geotechnical and Construction Materials Testing service lines within the Mid-Atlantic region. The position will complete projects for existing clients as well as contribute, lead, design, and streamline the daily engineering operations to ensure they align with the business objectives set forth by senior management, while specifically supporting the Geotechnical and Construction Materials Testing departments.Job Responsibilities:• Travel safely to various job sites in a company provided vehicle; maintain company vehicle (schedule oil changes, inside/outside upkeep and complete monthly vehicle inspection reports)• 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 leadership, mentorship and guidance other engineers and project managers throughout the company• 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• Work with company’s senior management to improve consistency and efficiency in reporting procedures• Provide guidance to project managers regarding engineering problems or client interactions• Develop and manage projects with new and existing clients, ensuring profitability• Participate in business development, networking and marketing• Travel to various job sites in a company provided vehicle• Review, update and approve invoices weekly for on-going projects• Maintain excellent communication both verbally and electronically with senior management, project managers and colleagues• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and integrity• Follow all company safety procedures and policies• Other tasks as assignedQualifications & Skills:Required:Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record• 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university• Professional Engineering license (PE) in NC & SC with the ability to obtain additional state licenses as needed• 15-25 years of Geotechnical and/or CMT full-time work experiencePreferred:• Knowledge or certification in radiation safety• Active certifications in ACI Concrete, ICC Special Inspections, OSHA 10-hour, NCDOT/SCDOT Roadway, Earthworks, Concrete• Active Asbestos license in NC/SC• Active Well Driller’s license• Active Erosion Control Inspector classes/certificationSkills:• 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• Ability to accurately complete field-testing paperwork 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 read and comprehend simple instructions, detailed reports, short correspondence and memos• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public• 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 an eye for detail• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and ExcelWorking Conditions & Physical Requirements:• Days and hours for this position are typically Monday-Friday• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments• Field work on outside construction sites involving long-term standing, sitting and potentially repetitive motions• Typically, this position involves 80% office work, 20% field work, depending on the week/work• Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus), smell, hear and touch (use your hands to reach, climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit)• Ability to lift/move up to 50lbs.• You may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day within the Mid-Atlantic region• Some weekend, overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be requiredWho We Are:Our National FootprintUES is a multi-disciplinary engineering and consulting services firm which specializes in Construction Materials Testing, Geotechnical, Environmental and Structural Engineering as well as Forensic Inspections, Residential and Retaining Wall Design, Subsurface Drilling, Chapter 17 Special Inspections, Advanced AASHTO, ACI, AMRL, CCRL and NCDOT Laboratory Testing.In 2021, SUMMIT strategically merged with the Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) Family, becoming part of the UES brand of companies which provides services that contribute to projects that transform communities and deliver groundbreaking solutions for their clients. As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group’s Hot Firm list in 2021, 2022 and 2023, our team is poised to lead our industry into the future. UES has evolved from a one-man operation to a company spanning over 80+ branches and nearly 4,000 teammates across the United States that help contribute to the betterment of our local and nationwide communities.Why Work at UES?We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans would apply to you.Check out our UES website: www.teamues.comFollow us on social media: LinkedIn#GroundedInExcellenceUES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drugfree Workplace.EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran UES is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.