Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Report Lead, Orange CA

Actalent; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) & Profit Sharing

Advancement / Relocation Opportunities

Educational Advancement Opportunities

Pleasant Work Environment

Team Atmosphere

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead technical execution and report production in its Orange, CA office. The role involves signing geotechnical reports, mentoring junior staff, and helping grow the California office while focusing on technical delivery for a diverse project portfolio.

You will coordinate with field and lab teams, review investigations, engage clients, and support business development. CA PE license and 6+ years' experience preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical emphasis.
• California PE License is required.
• 6+ years geotechnical engineering experience.
• Experience writing and reviewing geotechnical reports.
• Experience performing foundation design recommendations.
• Experience interacting directly with clients.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and approve geotechnical engineering reports.
• Sign and seal geotechnical reports as required.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and foundation recommendations.
• Coordinate with field and laboratory personnel throughout project execution.
• Review subsurface investigations, boring logs, laboratory data, and field observations.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedule and budget expectations.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding project scope, findings, recommendations, and technical concerns.
• Participate in proposal preparation, project scoping, and fee development.
• Mentor junior engineers, EITs, technicians, and geologists.
• Support business development activities, client maintenance, and industry networking events.
• Work closely with Senior leadership to support continued growth of the Orange office.

Skills

Geotechnical reporting

Client communication

Technical writing

Project coordination

Mentoring juniors

Leadership potential

Education

BS in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical emphasis

California PE License

MS Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead technical execution and report production in its Orange, CA office. The role involves signing geotechnical reports, mentoring junior staff, and helping grow the California office while focusing on technical delivery for a diverse project portfolio.

You will coordinate with field and lab teams, review investigations, engage clients, and support business development. CA PE license and 6+ years' experience preferred.