Senior Geotechnical Engineer

X4 Engineering; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

PTO and holidays

License renewals and professional dev"

Support for continued professional发展

Job summary

X4 Engineering is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead technical delivery on a varied geotechnical caseload in California. You will own field investigations, perform advanced analyses, and stamp reports as engineer of record for projects including residential, commercial, and public works.

You will manage client relationships, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with field teams, regulators, and departments to keep projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field.
• Active California GE license required.
• 5+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience.
• Engineer of record on slope stability and seismic hazard analyses.
• Strong knowledge of CBC seismic provisions and California Building Code.
• Experience on DSA or Caltrans projects preferred.
• Proficient with geotechnical analysis software (SLOPE/W, LPILE, SHAKE).

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee geotechnical field investigations across residential, commercial, and public works projects.
• Lead engineering analysis: bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, and seismic hazard assessment.
• Prepare and stamp geotechnical investigation reports and as-graded reports.
• Act as engineer of record on projects requiring GE certification.
• Own client relationships and serve as the primary technical contact.
• Coordinate with field technicians, drillers, and lab staff to keep projects on schedule.
• Contribute to proposals, scoping, and fee estimation for new work.
• Mentor junior engineers and staff geologists.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies such as DSA and Caltrans.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project leadership

Client management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Active California GE license

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

SLOPE/W

LPILE

SHAKE

Job description

My client, a testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) company with an established geotechnical division in California, is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their team. This is a chance to take ownership of technical delivery on a varied caseload - from residential grading to public infrastructure - with a firm that holds DSA and Caltrans accreditations and a strong regional reputation.

The Role

• Plan and oversee geotechnical field investigations (borings, test pits, in-situ testing) across residential, commercial, and public works projects
• Lead engineering analysis: bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, and seismic hazard assessment (liquefaction, lateral spreading)
• Prepare and stamp geotechnical investigation reports, as-graded reports, and engineering correspondence
• Act as engineer of record on projects requiring GE certification
• Own client relationships and serve as the primary technical contact on assigned projects
• Coordinate with field technicians, drillers, and lab staff to keep projects on schedule and on spec
• Contribute to proposals, scoping, and fee estimation for new work
• Mentor junior engineers and staff geologists
• Liaise directly with regulatory bodies (building departments, DSA, Caltrans) as needed

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field
• Active California GE (Geotechnical Engineer) license - required
• 5+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience
• Track record as engineer of record on reports involving slope stability and/or seismic hazard analysis
• Strong command of California Building Code and CBC seismic provisions
• Experience on DSA and/or Caltrans-regulated projects strongly preferred
• Comfortable with geotechnical analysis software (e.g., SLOPE/W, LPILE, SHAKE, or similar)

Nice to Have

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering
• PG or CEG license - a strong plus for cross-disciplinary work
• Prior experience mentoring junior staff or leading a small team
• Existing relationships across Southern California public works or land development

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience
• 401(k) with match
• PTO and holidays
• Support for license renewals and continued professional development