Geotechnical Engineer

Jobot; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Sacramento to lead geotechnical investigations for transportation and infrastructure projects. You will apply solid fundamentals, manage assignments with autonomy, and collaborate with experienced engineers to deliver clear, actionable recommendations.

California PE or GE license holders are preferred; candidates with licensure in progress or pending exams are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or close field in civil/geotechnical engineering.
• California PE or GE license preferred; newly licensed engineers welcome to apply.
• Experience with geotechnical investigations, soil mechanics and foundation design.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical assignments with autonomy and mentorship.
• Prepare engineering reports and recommendations.
• Coordinate with clients and senior staff.
• Experience with transportation infrastructure and foundations preferred.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related discipline

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer

$125000 - $200000 per year | Sacramento, CA | On-site | Permanent

Ready to take the next step in your geotechnical career? Lead meaningful infrastructure projects, build your technical expertise, and make an impact with an established engineering team.

A bit about us:

Our client is an established engineering consulting firm specializing in geotechnical engineering and infrastructure projects throughout California. The team supports complex transportation and civil infrastructure work, including bridges, deep foundations, retaining walls, and roadway improvements.

This opportunity is ideal for a geotechnical engineer who is ready for greater technical responsibility and project ownership. Whether you’ve recently earned your California Professional Engineer (PE) or Geotechnical Engineer (GE) license, have several years of licensed experience, or are preparing to sit for your licensing exam soon, our client is interested in engineers with strong technical fundamentals, sound judgment, and the ambition to grow.

You’ll have the opportunity to manage project assignments with meaningful autonomy while collaborating with experienced engineers who can provide mentorship and technical support.

Why join us?

• Meaningful Project Ownership: Take responsibility for geotechnical assignments supporting bridges, foundations, retaining walls, and transportation infrastructure.
• Autonomy With Support: Manage your work and make technical contributions while having access to experienced engineers for guidance and collaboration.
• Career Advancement: Continue developing your technical and project management skills while building toward greater responsibility. This group has already doubled in the last year and there will be continued growth and mentorship moving forward.
• Established Engineering Environment: Join a consulting team working on technically challenging projects with opportunities to deepen your expertise in geotechnical engineering.

Job Details

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Relevant experience in geotechnical engineering, preferably within an engineering consulting environment.
• California PE or GE license preferred; newly licensed engineers and candidates imminently preparing to take the PE or GE exam are encouraged to apply.
• Experience or strong technical interest in transportation infrastructure, deep foundations, retaining walls, bridge foundations, or roadway improvements.
• Ability to manage engineering assignments, conduct or oversee technical analyses, and prepare clear engineering reports and recommendations.
• Familiarity with geotechnical investigations, subsurface conditions, soil mechanics, foundation design, and related engineering calculations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate with clients, project teams, and senior technical staff.
• Caltrans and AASHTO standards or project experience preferred.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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