Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Jobot; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead challenging geotechnical projects across California, applying expertise to investigations, analyses, and practical engineering solutions. You will own technical work, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to client relationships.

The role requires a California PE license (GE) and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, with substantive geotechnical field and design experience.

Qualifications

• PE license in California (GE CA licensure)
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or related field
• Experience in geotechnical engineering with subsurface investigations
• Experience developing recommendations for foundations, earthwork, settlement, bearing capacity
• Ability to prepare and review geotechnical reports and technical calculations
• Experience coordinating geotechnical field investigations and lab testing
• Strong technical communication with clients, contractors, and multi-disciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical investigations and analyses across California.
• Develop engineering recommendations for foundations and earthwork; support design through construction.
• Prepare, review, and manage geotechnical reports and calculations.
• Coordinate field investigations, drilling, and lab testing.
• Manage deliverables and project activities; maintain client relationships.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Subsurface investigations

Report writing

Client communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer - Transportation!

$150000 - $250000 per year | San Diego, CA | On-site | Permanent

Take the lead on challenging geotechnical projects across California, applying your technical expertise to practical engineering solutions and supporting continued growth.

A bit about us:

Our client is an established geotechnical engineering and consulting firm supporting a range of projects that require sound technical judgment, practical problem-solving, and a strong understanding of subsurface conditions.

The company is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to contribute technical expertise, oversee geotechnical investigations and engineering analyses, and help deliver reliable solutions for clients across a variety of project types. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer to take ownership of technical work, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to project execution and client relationships.

Why join us?

• Take ownership of meaningful projects: Apply your expertise to complex geotechnical challenges and engineering solutions.
• Expand your technical impact: Contribute to investigations, analyses, recommendations, and design decisions.
• Work with a collaborative team: Coordinate with engineers, field personnel, and other project stakeholders.
• Build client relationships: Help communicate technical findings and develop practical solutions to project needs.
• Contribute to continued growth: Bring senior-level judgment and experience to an established consulting organization.

Job Details

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California and Geotechnical (GE) California Licensure required
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Professional experience in geotechnical engineering, including subsurface investigations and interpretation of soil and site conditions.
• Experience performing or reviewing geotechnical analyses and developing engineering recommendations for foundations, earthwork, settlement, bearing capacity, or related design considerations.
• Ability to prepare and review geotechnical reports, technical calculations, recommendations, and project documentation.
• Experience coordinating geotechnical field investigations, drilling activities, laboratory testing, and interpretation of results.
• Ability to manage technical deliverables, coordinate project activities, and support projects from investigation through design and construction.
• Strong technical communication skills and the ability to work with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.