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Socotec INC

Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Tucson, AZ, US Posted 2 months ago

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Sponsorship verdict

Sponsorship possible

One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.

  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 2 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
  • What Socotec INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Senior Engineer” (Civil Engineers) in IL: $115k–$115k, median $115k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
Employer is on a government sponsor record
The US Department of Labor certified 2 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
What Socotec INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
1 certified filing for “Senior Engineer” (Civil Engineers) in IL: $115k–$115k, median $115k. Most were filed at wage level III (100%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

SOCOTEC has an opening for a Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Tucson, Arizona . Responsibilities: • Assist with marketing and business development. • Prepare geotechnical proposals, including scope of services and proposed fees. • Assist in the compilation of RFQ/RFP documentation. • Respond to technical questions for solicitations during pre-bidding and bidding phases of projects. • Prepare and manage/oversee geotechnical projects. • Prepare geotechnical evaluation reports. • Attend project meetings with project stakeholders as needed. • Maintain client relationships. • Work directly with clients to assure successful project completion. • Mentor junior staff. • Provide leadership. • Provide ongoing training to engineering staff. • Provide direction and review engineering work products prepared by others. • Keep up to date with the latest geotechnical survey, measurement, and analysis techniques, instrumentation, industry standards, and guidelines. • Review and sign geotechnical proposals and reports on behalf of the company.   Education • PE license required. • B.S. in Civil Engineering required; M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical emphasis preferred. Required Skills • Licensed Professional Engineer in Arizona. • 10+ years of experience in the geotechnical industry performing the duties described above. • Well-rounded background in geotechnical engineering. • Strong work ethic. • Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills. • Track record of successful client relationships and service. • Thorough understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering. • Experience with construction and earthwork activities. • Geophysical survey experience is an additional asset. • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. • Ability to work and meet deadlines under time pressure. • Positive attitude. • Excellent problem-solving skills. Status: Full-time, in office or hybrid with one day remote, if approved by supervisor, per company policy. Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. For more information, please visit www.socotec.us Job Type: Full-Time; in-office SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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