Senior Geotechnical Engineer — Field & Lab Leader

Ninyo & Moore, A SOCOTEC Company; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ninyo & Moore, a SOCOTEC Company, is seeking a Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer in San Diego, CA. The role focuses on geotechnical investigations, field testing, reporting, and project leadership. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically sound solutions on complex sites.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in geotechnical consulting, strong soil mechanics knowledge, and excellent communication. This on-site position offers growth opportunities with a respected firm.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in geotechnical consulting or related field.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience supervising field crews is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations and site reconnaissance in San Diego area.
• Perform boring layout for utility clearance and log borings, test pits, and cores.
• Supervise drill rigs and coordinate field activities.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and letters with clear analyses.
• Assist with laboratory testing coordination and calculations (slope stability, liquefaction, pile design).

Skills

Soil mechanics

Geotechnical analysis

Report writing

Field investigations

Education

B.S./B.A. in Civil Engineering

M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Ninyo & Moore, a SOCOTEC Company, is seeking a Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer in San Diego, CA. The role focuses on geotechnical investigations, field testing, reporting, and project leadership. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically sound solutions on complex sites.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in geotechnical consulting, strong soil mechanics knowledge, and excellent communication. This on-site position offers growth opportunities with a respected firm.