Geotechnical Project Engineer — Lead Field & Design (CA PE)

Earth Mechanics, Inc.; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Licensure assistance

Job summary

Earth Mechanics, Inc. in Corona, CA is seeking a Geotechnical Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer to join our growing practice.

You will lead field investigations and analyses for infrastructure projects, mentor junior staff, and deliver technically sound geotechnical solutions for bridges, highways, rail, and ports. The ideal candidate holds a CA PE, a Civil/Geotechnical degree (Master’s preferred), and is proficient with geotechnical software such as gINT, LPILE, SHAFT, SLIDE, SETTLE3D,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred).
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license (required for fieldwork and inter-office travel).

Responsibilities

• Lead and support geotechnical field investigations, including drilling oversight, soil sampling, and laboratory testing programs.
• Perform geotechnical analyses and prepare designs for foundations, slopes, embankments, retaining structures, pavements, and other infrastructure elements.
• Conduct geotechnical evaluations such as seismic hazard analyses, liquefaction and settlement studies, slope stability assessments, and deep/shallow foundation design.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, calculations, and technical memoranda using industry-standard tools.
• Manage project tasks, direct field and office staff, and review deliverables for technical accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers to ensure quality, compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and effective client communication.
• Provide QA/QC support and contribute to proposals, marketing, and business development efforts as needed.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Geotechnical software

Drafting tools

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

CA PE license

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

gINT

LPILE

SHAFT

SLIDE

SETTLE3D

APILE

CalME

MicroStation

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Earth Mechanics, Inc. in Corona, CA is seeking a Geotechnical Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer to join our growing practice.

You will lead field investigations and analyses for infrastructure projects, mentor junior staff, and deliver technically sound geotechnical solutions for bridges, highways, rail, and ports. The ideal candidate holds a CA PE, a Civil/Geotechnical degree (Master’s preferred), and is proficient with geotechnical software such as gINT, LPILE, SHAFT, SLIDE, SETTLE3D,