PE Geotechnical Engineer — Field, Forensics & Design

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC is seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer to join our Bay Area team in San Jose, Walnut Creek, or Alameda, CA. The successful candidate will manage geotechnical, forensic, and construction projects, working closely with clients and internal teams.

This role requires a Cal PE license, 5+ years geotechnical experience, and strong knowledge of soil mechanics. You will supervise field explorations, analyze data, and prepare technical reports, with opportunities for mentorship and career

Qualifications

• PE license in California is REQUIRED.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Geological Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years geotechnical engineering experience.
• Experience with field exploration and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics and subsurface investigations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical, forensic, and construction projects.
• Coordinate with clients and manage project budgets.
• Conduct field activities: borings, pits, trenches, cores.
• Perform foundation, slope, and settlement analyses.
• Prepare proposals and technical reports.
• Mentor staff engineers and field technicians.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology (preferred)

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

SOCOTEC is seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer to join our Bay Area team in San Jose, Walnut Creek, or Alameda, CA. The successful candidate will manage geotechnical, forensic, and construction projects, working closely with clients and internal teams.

This role requires a Cal PE license, 5+ years geotechnical experience, and strong knowledge of soil mechanics. You will supervise field explorations, analyze data, and prepare technical reports, with opportunities for mentorship and career