Engineering Geologist (JC-534138)

Caltrans; California; On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking an Environmental Engineering Specialist to provide environmental engineering support for hazardous waste, water quality, air quality and noise in transportation projects. You will collect data, perform field reviews, and prepare technical reports and memos on environmental impacts.

Under supervision of a Senior Transportation Engineer, you will review reports, develop HW task orders, monitor remediation and mitigation measures, and coordinate with consultants.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Provide environmental engineering support for hazardous waste, water quality, air quality and noise related to transportation projects.
• Perform data collection, field reviews, and analysis; prepare technical reports and memos detailing environmental impacts.

Job description

Working Title: Environmental Engineering Specialist

Apply by: 10/22/2026

All applications must be submitted through the external link on CalCareers.

"At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career."

About the Position:

Under the direction of a Senior Transportation Engineer and/or lead worker, the incumbent will provide environmental engineering support and perform daily activities related to hazardous waste, water quality, air quality, and noise, including data collection, field review, analysis, and preparation of technical reports and memos related to the environmental impacts of transportation projects.

The Engineering Geologist reviews technical reports and district PS&E packages, prepares non-standard specifications and evaluates excess parcels for hazardous waste. The Engineering Geologist develops and monitors HW task orders designed to investigate the impact of hazardous waste constituents or site disturbance due to excavation and earthwork on highway projects. The Engineering Geologist provides technical oversight for local agency and Maintenance Design projects, and manages reviews and evaluates technical studies and reports prepared by consultants. The incumbent may also be involved in the design and monitoring of remediation and mitigation measures related to hazardous waste. Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required. A valid driver's license is mandatory.

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