Project Geotechnical Engineer

Kleinfelder; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder, a renowned employer in the engineering sector, is looking to hire a Project Geotechnical Engineer in the Southern California area, including Laguna Hills, Riverside, and Los Angeles. This position demands 6-10 years of relevant experience or advanced degrees in the field.

The selected candidate will be responsible for performing field exploration, preparing complex project designs, and coordinating tasks with senior technical staff. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• 6 to 10 years of related experience, or 4 years with a Master's, or 2 years with a PhD.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
• Strong analytical skills in soil and rock classification and foundation design.

Responsibilities

• Perform and develop scopes for field and office tasks.
• Safely conduct field exploration and inspection under supervision.
• Coordinate tasks and small projects with senior staff.
• Prepare designs and reports on complex projects.

Skills

Strong analytical skills in soil and rock classification

Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) License

Ability to work independently or with a team

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

6 to 10 years of related experience or relevant degrees

Job description

Take Your Geotechnical Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, seeks to hire a Project Geotechnical Engineer for the Southern California area. Positions available in Laguna Hills, Riverside, or Los Angeles offices.

Responsibilities

• Perform and develop scopes for field and office tasks (technical and non-technical) and independent analysis.
• Safely conduct field exploration, sampling, inspection, analysis, and technical support under supervision.
• Coordinate tasks and small projects with guidance and interaction by senior operations/technical staff.
• Prepare designs, reports, and calculations on complex projects for review.

Qualifications & Skills

• 6 to 10 years of related experience, or 4 years related experience with a Master's, or 2 years related experience with a PhD.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Strong analytical skills in soil and rock classification, slope stability analysis, earth retention systems, shallow and deep foundation design, materials testing and engineering, soil improvement techniques, and pavement design.
• Knowledge of infrastructure, drilling operations, and heavy civil project design and construction preferred.
• Positive work attitude and ability to work safely and efficiently managing multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently or with a team in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred.
• Willingness to travel, perform field work under inclement weather and physically demanding conditions.
• Ability to adhere to work assignments/schedules, be self‑motivated, organized, and detail oriented.
• Willingness to work additional hours beyond a standard 40‑hour week when needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. Expected salary range: $91,000 - $120,000 (California Pay Transparency Law compliance).

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with VEVRAA and Section 503 rules).