Senior Geotechnical Engineer — Lead Complex Projects

Terracon; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an experienced senior engineer to lead multidisciplinary projects from design through delivery in the Carson, California area. You will oversee field investigations, analysis, and report preparation while ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and industry standards.

The role emphasizes safety leadership, project oversight, and mentoring junior staff, with opportunities for technical innovation and client-facing communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required or equivalent.
• 8–11 years of engineering experience required.
• Master’s degree in Engineering preferred; valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety efforts for the team and ensure adherence to safety rules.
• Monitor and promote continuous quality improvement on projects.
• Provide consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery.
• Develop understanding of project-related risk and policies.
• Provide technical direction for routine and complex projects.
• Supervise less experienced engineers and review technical work for reports to clients.

Skills

Safety leadership

Quality monitoring

Technical direction

Project leadership

Risk management

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering preferred

Job description

Terracon is seeking an experienced senior engineer to lead multidisciplinary projects from design through delivery in the Carson, California area. You will oversee field investigations, analysis, and report preparation while ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and industry standards.

The role emphasizes safety leadership, project oversight, and mentoring junior staff, with opportunities for technical innovation and client-facing communication.