Project Geotechnical Engineer – Infrastructure Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer for our Sacramento and Santa Rosa offices in California. You will lead geotechnical analyses for bridges, tunnels, and infrastructure, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and clients.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering with 8–10 years of consulting experience and a California PE license. This role requires in-depth field support, report preparation, and project coordination.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering is required.
• 8–10 years of geotechnical engineering experience preferred.
• CA PE license is required; GE designation preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with multidiscipline team to prepare proposals and execute projects.
• Safely coordinate and supervise field exploration programs and construction observation.
• Perform engineering analyses: soil/rock classification, foundation capacity, settlements, slope stability, and seismic hazard evaluation.
• Prepare Geotechnical reports and construction drawings/specifications.
• Engage with clients and support project development through collaboration.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Geotechnical knowledge

Field supervision

Proposal writing

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering

Tools

L-Pile

Uni-pile

SHAFT

gINT

GRL WEAP

GEO STUDIO

MSEW

CPeT-IT

CLiq

Job description

Kleinfelder is seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer for our Sacramento and Santa Rosa offices in California. You will lead geotechnical analyses for bridges, tunnels, and infrastructure, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and clients.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering with 8–10 years of consulting experience and a California PE license. This role requires in-depth field support, report preparation, and project coordination.