Project Geotechnical Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder is hiring a Project Geotechnical Engineer in Southern California, with positions available in Laguna Hills, Riverside, or Los Angeles. The role involves performing field exploration, conducting analyses, and preparing complex project designs.

Candidates must have 6 to 10 years of relevant experience or equivalent academic qualifications, along with a PE license. The expected salary range is $91,000 - $120,000, plus benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 6 to 10 years of related experience, or 4 years with a Master's, or 2 years with a PhD.
• Ability to adhere to work assignments and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Willingness to travel and perform fieldwork under physically demanding conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform and develop scopes for field and office tasks.
• Safely conduct field exploration, sampling, and technical support.
• Prepare designs, reports, and calculations on complex projects.

Skills

Analytical skills in soil and rock classification

Slope stability analysis

Earth retention systems design

Shallow and deep foundation design

Materials testing and engineering

Soil improvement techniques

Pavement design

Written and verbal communication skills

Intermediate knowledge of MS Office

Ability to work independently

Education

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) License

Master's degree in related field

PhD in related field

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).