Senior Geotechnical Engineer: Foundations & Dams

CDM Smith

Carlsbad (CA)

On-site

USD 91,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

CDM Smith in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a geotechnical/civil engineer with PE to lead designs for excavations, foundations, dams, and geo-environmental projects. You will review designs for compliance and mentor junior staff while collaborating with sales on proposals.

Travel up to 40% may be required. A bachelor's in related field and PE license are essential; domestic/international travel negotiable. This role offers challenging projects and a path for career growth within our inclusive firm.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Mining or Geologic Engineering or related discipline.
Professional engineering (PE) license.
7 years of related experience.
Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally.

Responsibilities

Creates excavation, dewatering, foundations, dams/levees, geo-environmental projects.
Engineering designs of basic to high complexity to meet client requirements.
Reviews designs for compliance with regulations and signs off.
Ensures firm policies are followed on designs.
Performs site reviews and studies to align with location specs.
Develops technical design documents and white papers.
Mentors junior staff and may supervise engineers on projects.
Collaborates with sales staff to prepare proposals and respond to RFPs.