Senior Civil & Geotechnical Engineer (Dams & Levees)

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. seeks a Senior Staff Civil/Geotechnical Engineer (Dams & Levees) in Davis, CA or Olympia, WA to support dam safety, flood protection, water containment and heavy civil infrastructure projects.

You will gain hands-on experience in dam/levee design, field investigations, engineering analysis, construction support, and technical reporting while working with experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, geological engineering, or a closely related field.
• Coursework or project experience in soil mechanics, foundation engineering, slope stability, seepage, dam/levee engineering (preferred).
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support dam and levee design projects.
• Conduct field investigations for dams, levees, embankments and related water infrastructure.
• Assist with site inspections, condition assessments, and evaluations of existing dams, levees, spillways, outlet works, and appurtenant structures.
• Perform basic civil/geotechnical calculations and data evaluations (e.g., slope stability, seepage, settlement).
• Contribute to design/rehabilitation projects involving embankments, foundations, seepage controls, drainage, erosion protection, retaining structures.
• Prepare field notes, data summaries, calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Perform construction observation and QA for earthwork, foundation prep, materials testing, instrumentation.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical solutions for clients.
• Drive to client sites, project sites, and company offices as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Field work

Geotechnical experience

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/geotechnical/geological engineering

EIT certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. seeks a Senior Staff Civil/Geotechnical Engineer (Dams & Levees) in Davis, CA or Olympia, WA to support dam safety, flood protection, water containment and heavy civil infrastructure projects.

You will gain hands-on experience in dam/levee design, field investigations, engineering analysis, construction support, and technical reporting while working with experienced professionals.