Senior Geologist - Engineering Geology Leader

Exponent; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent is seeking a Senior Geologist to join our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice. You will work on engineering geology, remote sensing, GIS, mapping, and geophysics for diverse projects across Oakland, Bellevue, Seattle, Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, and more. This is an on-site role involving fieldwork and client interaction.

You will lead project teams, develop client relationships, and provide technically rigorous analyses and presentations. A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in geological sciences specializing in Engineering Geology, or a related field from an accredited university, plus 5 years of post-graduate experience.
• Alternatively, MS in Geological Sciences specializing in Engineering Geology, or a related field from an accredited university, plus 10 years of post-graduate experience.
• Licensure as a professional Geologist (PG) or Geophysicist (PGP) in at least one state is required.
• Certification as Engineering Geologist (CEG) or Hydrogeologist (CHG) in at least one state, or the ability to obtain a certification within 2 years.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated success in independently developing and managing client relationships.
• Attention to detail, dedication to quality and accuracy, desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record of effective leadership skills.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals or conference proceedings or demonstrated leadership or activity in professional societies.
• Record of excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducting field inspections and subsurface explorations (to determine causes of failure of geotechnical systems e.g. slopes, foundations, tunnels, levees, and dams).
• Evaluating and characterizing site conditions (for root cause of failure analyses and conceptual mitigation design)
• Creation of Geospatial models including GIS and subsurface models
• Creation of topographic maps and thematic maps
• Engage directly with clients regarding project strategy and deliverables including, but not limited to, presentation of findings in written and verbal formats
• Performing peer review of geologic and geotechnical engineering documents
• Evaluating construction claims
• Leading project teams on the execution of project deliverables (field investigations, analyses, written and oral presentations of findings)
• Developing project work with new and existing clients

Skills

Analytical thinking

Client relations

Attention to detail

Leadership

Written and verbal communication

Publication record

Education

Ph.D. in geological sciences (Engineering Geology)

MS in Geological Sciences (Engineering Geology)

Job description

Exponent is seeking a Senior Geologist to join our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice. You will work on engineering geology, remote sensing, GIS, mapping, and geophysics for diverse projects across Oakland, Bellevue, Seattle, Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, and more. This is an on-site role involving fieldwork and client interaction.

You will lead project teams, develop client relationships, and provide technically rigorous analyses and presentations. A Ph.D.