Graduate Geotechnical Engineer - Hybrid & Mentorship

Mott MacDonald Group; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

FSA/HSA accounts

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Mott MacDonald offers a structured three‑year graduate program in the San Francisco area, designed to develop professional, commercial and personal effectiveness skills. You will work with experienced consultants and mentors, gaining exposure to site inspections, design refinement and client collaboration to deliver sustainable outcomes.

The program emphasizes learning through immersive experiences, structured development sessions and guidance from seasoned professionals, with a hybrid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Preferred: EIT exam completed or ability to take within 12 months.
• Demonstrated interest via internships, volunteering or memberships.
• Creative, methodical and pragmatic problem-solving approach.
• Proficient communication and presentation skills to engage clients and colleagues.
• Resilient, solution-oriented mindset focused on growth and delivering value.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborative spirit and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections
• Join project and client meetings
• Refine technical designs and documentation
• Analyze reports and specifications
• Explore project and client management
• Leverage digital tools and innovation
• Drive sustainable outcomes
• Build connections through Early Career Professionals Network

Skills

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

EIT exam preferred or ability to take within 12 months

Job description

Mott MacDonald offers a structured three‑year graduate program in the San Francisco area, designed to develop professional, commercial and personal effectiveness skills. You will work with experienced consultants and mentors, gaining exposure to site inspections, design refinement and client collaboration to deliver sustainable outcomes.

The program emphasizes learning through immersive experiences, structured development sessions and guidance from seasoned professionals, with a hybrid