Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Dams & Levees (Hybrid, CA)

Geosyntec Consultants; Davis (CA); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid holidays

vacation

sick leave

personal paid time off

medical insurance

dental insurance

vision insurance

life insurance

disability insurance

401(k)

other benefits to eligible employees

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants is seeking an Experienced Geotechnical Engineer for our dams and levees practice in Los Angeles, CA or Davis, CA. A hybrid work schedule is available at the company's discretion.

The role focuses on design and construction support for dams, levees, and related infrastructure, risk analysis, and geotechnical evaluation across critical projects. 5+ years of relevant experience is preferred, along with strong communication and site characterization skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (required).
• Advanced degree (preferred).
• Professional licensure (PE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support dam and levee design projects and deliveries.
• Scope, manage, and deliver multiple concurrent projects.
• Prepare and implement geotechnical site characterization programs.
• Evaluate geotechnical aspects of embankment projects and related infrastructure.
• Conduct fieldwork and travel to sites as needed.
• Assist with reports, calculations, drawings, and specs.
• Participate in technical discussions with clients and team.

Skills

AUTOCAD

Slope/W

ARCGIS

Writing skills

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Valid U.S. driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Advanced degree (preferred)

Professional registration (PE) (preferred)

Tools

None

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants is seeking an Experienced Geotechnical Engineer for our dams and levees practice in Los Angeles, CA or Davis, CA. A hybrid work schedule is available at the company's discretion.

The role focuses on design and construction support for dams, levees, and related infrastructure, risk analysis, and geotechnical evaluation across critical projects. 5+ years of relevant experience is preferred, along with strong communication and site characterization skills.