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Geotechnical Senior Engineer SME - Gateway

Arcadis

Location

Newark, NJ

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/2/2026

Compensation

$175,000 - $240,000 per year

Master's with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY2026100% approval+19% YoY
Established sponsor

Job description

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join the Gateway Tunnel Project team. This role focuses on the design and construction of complex structures in soft ground conditions, including foundations and excavation support systems. The successful candidate will be involved in various geotechnical investigations and analyses, ensuring the integrity of underground elements. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to sustainable solutions while working in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

  • 4-year Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and a Master's degree in geotechnical engineering
  • 12-15 years of related work experience preferably in the northern New Jersey/NYC area
  • Professional Engineer registration in the State of New Jersey
  • Proficiency in geotechnical and geo-structural software such as LPILE, GROUP, and Plaxis
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Local resident of the NYC metro area

Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate geotechnical subsurface investigations
  • Prepare and review Geotechnical Data Reports and foundation design reports
  • Perform geotechnical design for underground structures and foundations
  • Conduct ground characterization based on subsurface geotechnical data
  • Perform deep foundation design for drilled shafts and driven piles
  • Conduct slope stability and seepage analyses
  • Perform liquefaction and seismic site class evaluations
  • Prepare design calculations and engineering reports
  • Plan and coordinate geotechnical instrumentation and construction monitoring
  • Attend meetings and provide engineering services during construction

Benefits

  • Employees at Arcadis are often offered a supportive, inclusive culture with internal mobility, extensive learning and development resources, and the flexibility to choose benefits that fit their needs (varying by country). Many roles also emphasize purpose and community—through sustainability initiatives, charitable programs like Shelter, and regular social and volunteer events—so people can grow their careers while making a positive impact.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Arcadis U S Inc

As of Jul 17, 2026

Initial approvals

31

FY2026

Approval rate

100.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

28

FY2026

Entry-level share

21.4%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+19%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-76%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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