Geotechnical Project Engineer

MDAEdge; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

MDAEdge is seeking experienced Geotechnical Project Engineers/Project Managers for its west coast business unit. This role is based in Walnut Creek, Oakland, or San Jose, CA and involves leading client-facing geotechnical projects, managing budgets and schedules, and mentoring junior staff.

Ideal candidates hold a PE license (CA preferred), 7–15+ years of relevant experience, and a strong track record in site investigations, ground improvement methods, and foundation design for mid- to high-rise

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Geology; geotechnical coursework.
• PE license; California registration within 6 months or currently licensed.
• 7–15+ years of site investigation, geotechnical analysis and construction support.
• Proven client relationships and strong written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as core geotechnical team member to guide site closures.
• Develop strong client relationships and collaborate across projects.
• Manage financial and technical aspects to meet budgets and schedules.
• Direct field observation and testing programs; recommend foundation systems.
• Mentor junior staff and support marketing of services to clients.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project management

Geotechnical engineering

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Geology

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Geology

Professional Engineer license (Geotechnical preferred)

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.