Geotechnical Project Engineer - CA Field & Reports

Actalent; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Geotechnical Project Engineer in Glendale, CA to plan and execute subsurface investigations, perform analyses, and prepare geotechnical reports. The role requires strong soil mechanics knowledge and project management skills.

Responsibilities include coordinating field programs, monitoring budgets, and communicating findings to clients. Onsite work in California with travel to project sites is expected; a California PE and driver's license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering.
• 4–8 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Experience preparing geotechnical reports in California.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics and foundation design.
• Valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical projects from proposal through final report delivery.
• Coordinate field investigations, drilling, laboratory testing programs, and site observations.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and client deliverables.
• Communicate project status and technical findings to clients, contractors, and internal staff.
• Assist in preparing scopes of work, fee proposals, and cost estimates.
• Perform engineering analyses related to shallow and deep foundations, slope stability, earthwork and grading, settlement evaluations, retaining wall design recommendations, liquefaction and seismic hazard assessments, and pavement design.
• Evaluate geotechnical field and laboratory data.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports and recommendations.
• Develop foundation, grading, and earthwork recommendations in accordance with California building codes and local agency requirements.
• Review architectural, structural, grading, and civil plans for geotechnical compliance.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Geotechnical analysis

Civil engineering

PE certification

Technical report writing

Soil testing

Geotech reports CA

CBC/IBC knowledge

Soil mechanics

Foundation design

Grading practices

CA Driver's license

Communication skills

Travel to project sites

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Geotechnical Project Engineer in Glendale, CA to plan and execute subsurface investigations, perform analyses, and prepare geotechnical reports. The role requires strong soil mechanics knowledge and project management skills.

Responsibilities include coordinating field programs, monitoring budgets, and communicating findings to clients. Onsite work in California with travel to project sites is expected; a California PE and driver's license are preferred.