Project Geotechnical Engineer

GEI Consultants, Inc; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Profit sharing and 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. seeks a mid-level geotechnical engineer to join the West Region Geotechnical Engineering Group. You will lead and support projects on dams, levees, hydropower, and related infrastructure, with opportunities across institutional, residential, commercial, and waterfront developments.

This hybrid role includes client engagement, budgeting, and staff mentoring, with travel to field sites. A BS in civil/geotechnical engineering and a PE license are required, plus 3+ years of

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering; PE preferred.
• 3+ years of geotechnical engineering experience with project management.
• Willingness to travel on short-term assignments.
• Ability to perform field tasks and oversight.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Project manager and technical lead for geotechnical projects (dams, levees, hydropower) and related infrastructure.
• Prepare scopes of work, proposals, budgets, and technical reports.
• Lead proposal teams and client presentations.
• Manage multi-disciplinary project teams and staff.

Skills

Project management

Willingness to travel

Field oversight

Business development

Education

B.S. in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

We are seeking a mid-level geotechnical engineer to join our vibrant Geotechnical Engineering Group in the West Region. The chosen candidate will be an active partner in supporting our profitable and growing Dams, Levees, and Hydropower engineering practice. Other project work could include projects such as institutional, residential, and commercial buildings, transit-oriented development, waterfront, contractor support, and transportation.

Job Locations

This position is available in our Sacramento, Oakland, Bakersfield, Pasadena, Carlsbad and Portland offices.

Job Flexibility

GEI is instituting a hybrid workplace environment, which allows workers to choose from a range of options allowing a combination of work from home and in the office. This can range from working in the office a minimum of 2-days a week, or electing to work the full 5-days in the office. This allows for a forward-looking flexible work environment in our office of the future.

• Project manager and technical lead for geotechnical engineering projects and tasks including evaluation, design and remediation of dams, levees and hydropower facilities; geotechnical instrumentation; geotechnical investigations and design for major water infrastructure including conveyance (pipelines, canals, penstocks, pump stations, and tunnels), bridge, and waterfront facilities.
• Prepare technical scopes of work for proposals and projects, project budgets, requests for proposals for contractors, and technical reports.
• Provide effective and leadership role in proposal teams and presentations.
• Lead and participate in multi-disciplinary, multi-geographic project teams.
• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client-based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.
• Manage projects and staff
• Assist in recruiting and training additional staff.
• This position has a field component; travel and some overnight travel is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of B.S. degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field. S. preferred.
• 3+ years of previous professional experience in geotechnical engineering; Project Management experience, including proposal preparation and budgeting support; thorough knowledge of state and federal regulations; business development skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel on short-term assignments as needed.
• Willingness and ability to perform field tasks and oversight.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Professional Engineering license required.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career sitehere .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

X

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

X

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Taste or smell (taste=never)

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

X

Chemical

X

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks)

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.