Senior Geotechnical Engineer: Lead Field & Design in CA

X4 Engineering; California (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

PTO and holidays

License renewals support

Job summary

My client, a TIC company with a geotechnical division in California, is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to own technical delivery across residential, commercial, and public works projects. This role includes leading investigations, analyses, and client communication in a firm with DSA and Caltrans accreditations.

The position requires a California GE license, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency with geotechnical software.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee geotechnical field investigations across residential, commercial, and public works projects.
• Lead engineering analyses including bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, and seismic hazard assessment.
• 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.
• Contribute to proposals, scoping, and fee estimation for new work.
• Mentor junior engineers and staff geologists.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies as needed.

Skills

Geotechnical field investigations

Engineering analysis

Client relationships

Project coordination

Team mentorship

Regulatory liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

SLOPE/W

LPILE

SHAKE

Job description

My client, a TIC company with a geotechnical division in California, is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to own technical delivery across residential, commercial, and public works projects. This role includes leading investigations, analyses, and client communication in a firm with DSA and Caltrans accreditations.

The position requires a California GE license, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency with geotechnical software.