Geotechnical Project Engineer

MDAEdge; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

MDAEdge is seeking experienced Geotechnical Project Engineers/Project Managers to lead projects for our West Coast client base, with offices in Walnut Creek, Oakland, or San Jose, CA. You will guide technical and client-facing activities and contribute to a collaborative geotechnical team.

The role emphasizes deep expertise in site investigations, foundation design, seismic hazard mitigation, and mentoring junior staff, with responsibilities spanning client relations, budget and schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Geology with geotechnical coursework.
• Licensed Professional Engineer; Geotechnical license preferred.
• California PE registration or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 7–15+ years of relevant site investigation and geotechnical engineering experience.
• Proven client relationships and strong written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of the geotechnical team to achieve site closures.
• Develop strong client relationships and understand client needs.
• Manage financial and technical aspects of projects.
• Execute projects to meet technical, quality, budgetary and scheduling requirements.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written client deliverables.
• Direct geotechnical field observation and testing programs.
• Prepare recommendations for foundation systems (driven piles, drilled piers, mat foundations, micro-piles, spread footings).
• Support marketing of additional services to existing clients.
• Mentor junior staff and coach team members.

Skills

Client relationship management

Verbal and written communication

Team leadership / mentoring

Financial and scheduling oversight

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Geology

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Geology

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

We are seeking experienced Geotechnical Project Engineers/Project Managers to serve our west coast business unit and clients. This position could be based out of our Walnut Creek, Oakland, or San Jose, CA office locations. We look for professionals with a passion for solving even the most complex client problems. This problem-solving ability and opportunity to be a change agent is a vital part of the culture, no matter what level or role a staff member holds.

• Serve as a key member of the "core " geotechnical team to provide long‑term strategic thinking for a highly‑integrated, collaborative, and mutually‑motivated client/consultant team to safely and efficiently achieve site closures.
• Work collaboratively with a passionate team supporting a wide variety of clients with numerous challenging projects.
• Understand client needs and be able to develop strong client relationships.
• Be capable of managing financial and technical aspects of projects.
• Execute projects to meet technical, quality, budgetary and scheduling requirements.
• Demonstrate very strong verbal communications and written skills including client deliverables.
• Be effective in assigning and managing work.
• Demonstrate strong coaching and mentoring skills to more junior level staff.
• Possess skills in quality control, planning, cost estimating, and scheduling.
• Direct geotechnical field observation and testing programs.
• Be able to effectively prepare recommendations for various foundation systems, including driven piles, drilled piers, mat foundations, micro‑piles, and spread footings.
• Have advanced knowledge of the California seismic landscape and proven skills of developing hazard mitigation measures required.
• Have experience specific to mid‑and high‑rise buildings; deep excavations, shoring and underpinning, mass grading, dewatering, and ground improvements techniques.
• Develop a working understanding of other consulting practice areas and actively support marketing other, additional services to existing clients.

Summary:

We are seeking experienced Geotechnical Project Engineers/Project Managers to serve our west coast business unit and clients. This position could be based out of our Walnut Creek, Oakland, or San Jose, CA office locations. We look for professionals with a passion for solving even the most complex client problems. This problem-solving ability and opportunity to be a change agent is a vital part of the culture, no matter what level or role a staff member holds.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Serve as a key member of the "core " geotechnical team to provide long‑term strategic thinking for a highly‑integrated, collaborative, and mutually‑motivated client/consultant team to safely and efficiently achieve site closures.
• Work collaboratively with a passionate team supporting a wide variety of clients with numerous challenging projects.
• Understand client needs and be able to develop strong client relationships.
• Be capable of managing financial and technical aspects of projects.
• Execute projects to meet technical, quality, budgetary and scheduling requirements.
• Demonstrate very strong verbal communications and written skills including client deliverables.
• Be effective in assigning and managing work.
• Demonstrate strong coaching and mentoring skills to more junior level staff.
• Possess skills in quality control, planning, cost estimating, and scheduling.
• Direct geotechnical field observation and testing programs.
• Be able to effectively prepare recommendations for various foundation systems, including driven piles, drilled piers, mat foundations, micro‑piles, and spread footings.
• Have advanced knowledge of the California seismic landscape and proven skills of developing hazard mitigation measures required.
• Have experience specific to mid‑and high‑rise buildings; deep excavations, shoring and underpinning, mass grading, dewatering, and ground improvements techniques.
• Develop a working understanding of other consulting practice areas and actively support marketing other, additional services to existing clients.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Geology with specific course‑work in geotechnical engineering or engineering geology; Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Geology strongly preferred.
• Must be licensed as a Professional Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer preferred
• California Professional Engineer registration or can get licensed within 6 months required.
• 7- 15+ years of relevant site investigation, geotechnical analysis, and geotechnical engineering construction support experience, including professional services consulting experience.
• Proven client relationships supported by repeat business.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be proficient at writing, review, and editing technical reports to meet scope and quality objectives and client expectations.
• Ability to comply with the Guiding Principles and Code of Behavior articulated in our Company.