Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Advantage Technical; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Professional Growth and Advancement

Potential Future Equity Opportunity

Job summary

Staffmark is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in San Jacinto, CA to lead its geotechnical engineering and materials testing practice. You will manage investigations from proposals through final reporting, oversee field work, lab testing, analyses, and reporting, and mentor engineers, geologists, inspectors, and technicians.

A California-registered Geotechnical Engineer with a Civil Eng background and 10+ years is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• California-registered Geotechnical Engineer required.
• Minimum 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of advanced geotechnical analysis methods and industry software.
• Thorough understanding of California Building Code requirements related to geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and construction inspection.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical investigations from proposal development through final reporting.
• Oversee field exploration, laboratory testing, engineering analyses, and technical reporting.
• Lead materials testing projects, including site visits, consulting services, and budget management.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, geologists, inspectors, and technicians.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, design teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Support laboratory Quality Management Systems and accreditation requirements, including AASHTO, Caltrans, and DSA standards.
• Assist with recruiting, training, business planning, and growth initiatives.
• Represent the company at industry organizations, conferences, and professional events.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relations

Mentorship

Geotechnical software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

California-registered Geotechnical Engineer

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

Now hiring for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Location: San Jacinto, CA

Salary: $135,000.00 – $200,000.00 per year

Schedule: Full-time | Approximately 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Tools Out. Time to Get to Work. We’re hiring Senior Geotechnical Engineer pros in San Jacinto who can handle anything that breaks, rattles, or leaks. If you’re the one everyone calls when things go sideways, this is your spot.

An established engineering firm is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead its geotechnical engineering and materials testing practice in the San Jacinto office. This leadership opportunity reports directly to company ownership and offers significant advancement potential, including future equity opportunities.

Job Duties

• Manage geotechnical investigations from proposal development through final reporting.


• Oversee field exploration, laboratory testing, engineering analyses, and technical reporting.


• Lead materials testing projects, including site visits, consulting services, and budget management.


• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, geologists, inspectors, and technicians.


• Maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, design teams, and internal stakeholders.


• Support laboratory Quality Management Systems and accreditation requirements, including AASHTO, Caltrans, and DSA standards.


• Assist with recruiting, training, business planning, and growth initiatives.


• Represent the company at industry organizations, conferences, and professional events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.


• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.


• Minimum of 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience.


• California-registered Geotechnical Engineer required.


• Strong knowledge of advanced geotechnical analysis methods and industry software.


• Thorough understanding of California Building Code requirements related to geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and construction inspection.


• Proven leadership, project management, and client relationship skills.


• Ability to mentor technical staff and support business growth initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Paid Holidays
  
• Paid Vacation


• Professional Growth and Advancement Opportunities


• Potential Future Equity Opportunity

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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