Associate Geotechnical Engineer: Field & Lab Specialist

WSP in the U.S.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Associate Geotechnical Engineer for the Southern California region (Irvine, San Diego, Los Angeles). The entry-level role involves tasks with supervision and may guide junior staff; requires 1–3 years post‑Bachelor's experience and familiarity with field investigations.

Responsibilities include planning subsurface explorations, coordinating with drillers and surveyors, preparing geotechnical reports, and supporting construction-phase services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Experience with MS Office, AutoCAD, and MS Project.
• Hands-on knowledge of field equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and support subsurface explorations and coordinate with drillers and surveyors.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, figures, and tables clearly communicating findings.
• Coordinate laboratory testing programs and review results for completeness.
• Perform bearing capacity, settlement, lateral earth pressures, slope stability, and seismic site analyses.
• Peer-review junior staff work and ensure deliverables are accurate.

Skills

Field equipment handling

Written and verbal communication

Independent work style

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Professional Engineer licensure

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

WSP USA is seeking an Associate Geotechnical Engineer for the Southern California region (Irvine, San Diego, Los Angeles). The entry-level role involves tasks with supervision and may guide junior staff; requires 1–3 years post‑Bachelor's experience and familiarity with field investigations.

Responsibilities include planning subsurface explorations, coordinating with drillers and surveyors, preparing geotechnical reports, and supporting construction-phase services.