Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Atlas; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Time Off & Family Support

401(k) with company match

Life AD&D & Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atlas seeks a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to provide technical leadership for investigations, design and construction support across diverse public and private projects. You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with clients and teams, and ensure geotechnical quality across our programs.

The role requires a B.E. in civil engineering, a geotechnical master’s preferred, and 10+ years in geotechnical practice with licensure (PE in Colorado) and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required; master’s in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience with design, analysis and construction supervision.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Colorado; local California practice experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and client-facing communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for geotechnical investigations and analyses across projects.
• Lead geotechnical design, investigation and analysis for buildings, bridges, highways, and pipelines.
• Direct subsurface explorations, lab testing, data interpretation and monitoring.
• Supervise geotechnical support during construction of foundations and earthwork.
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders and project teams to resolve geotechnical issues.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to professional development.
• Maintain our quality programs and project accreditations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Client coordination

Mentoring juniors

Project management

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Slope stability software

Pile modeling tools

Site response software

Job description

About Atlas Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive With a team of 3500 employees and offices throughout the US we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work We always aim for smart safe and sustainable results At Atlas we understand that our future is everyones responsibility and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

In this role we’re providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive and if you’re a Principal Geotechnical Engineer ready to provide technical leadership for geotechnical investigations design construction support and client and team coordination across diverse public and private projects and committed to doing meaningful work then this is your moment You’ll carry out geotechnical investigations and analyses prepare technical recommendations support construction activities coordinate with clients and project teams mentor junior engineers and contribute to business and professional development efforts.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on geotechnical engineering aspects of a wide range of public and private sector projects ensuring conformance with local state and federal guidelines.
• Lead geotechnical design investigation and analysis for buildings and infrastructure projects including residential, commercial buildings, bridges, highways, railways, airports, pipelines and levees, basins.
• Direct and supervise subsurface explorations, laboratory testing, geotechnical data interpretation, instrumentation monitoring and associated geotechnical analyses for foundations, earthwork, slope stability, seepage, lateral earth pressures and earthquake engineering.
• Supervise and lead geotechnical support during construction of geotechnical elements including shallow foundations, drilled shafts, pile driving, grading, utility trenching and other earthwork operations.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders and governmental personnel to ensure comprehensive resolution of geotechnical concerns while fostering strong long term client relationships and supporting business development opportunities.
• Mentor and train junior geotechnical engineers, maintain involvement in professional associations and contribute to the state of practice of geotechnical engineering through community engagement.
• Oversee and maintain our quality program and accreditations.

You’ll thrive here if you have Bachelors degree in civil engineering; masters degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred. Minimum 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering practice with an emphasis on geotechnical design and analysis, geotechnical field investigation and construction supervision.

The successful candidate must be a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Colorado. Local experience and familiarity with the local engineering practice required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team based working. Extensive geotechnical background including a strong fundamental knowledge of principles of geotechnical engineering, soil and rock mechanics, earthquake engineering, pavement engineering and groundwater hydrogeology. Experience with geotechnical software including slope stability packages, pile modeling tools, site response software preferred. Familiarity with CDOT standards, guidelines and deliverables is preferred. Experience in construction oversight for foundation construction and earthwork observation.

Benefits & Perks

• Health & Wellness We offer medical dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options including no cost employee only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave, SSL and paid parental leave.
• Retirement We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance To provide protection and peace of mind we offer Life AD&D, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program We are committed to safety as part of our quality of life core value and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development We provide clear career paths, learning resources, and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging We support Employee Communities (ECs) voluntary employee led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility May vary by project demands and regional workloads but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Company Culture

Our people and our culture are central to our work Our values bring us together create a sense of belonging and give us purpose They guide how we make decisions how we work as a team and how we serve our clients Life We enhance the quality of life We value people and safety above all else Heart As our hallmark we act with compassion empathy and respect Trust We work together as partners doing what we say with full accountability Mastery Always striving for the highest quality greatness inspires our work.

Compensation 150000 200000 annual salary The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the states law Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Career Level Senior Employment Type Full time.

EEO Statement Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race including hairstyles hair texture hair type or hair length commonly or historically associated with race ethnicity creed religion or religious creed color sex including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave andor family care leave gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship or immigration status primary language crime victim status criminal conviction history uniformed service member or veteran status marital status age genetic information disability or protected medical condition genetics political affiliation or activities or any other status protected under applicable federal state or local laws.