Senior Geotechnical Engineer, Water Infrastructure Leader

AECO; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to serve as a technical leader in Sacramento—at the center of California’s most critical water infrastructure initiatives.

This role combines strong technical expertise, project delivery leadership, and staff engagement to support and grow AECOM’s geotechnical practice across major programs such as Sites Reservoir, Delta Conveyance Project, and the California Aqueduct Subsidence Program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience or demonstrated equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level geotechnical expertise for complex water infrastructure projects, including dams, levees, tunnels, pipelines, and conveyance systems.
• Lead geotechnical analyses, design development, and technical reviews for multidisciplinary infrastructure programs.
• Supervise engineering during construction activities.
• Oversee technical quality, engineering judgment, and compliance for deliverables, including review and approval of engineering work products.
• Guide project planning, risk management, budget forecasting, and schedule development to support successful delivery.
• Support innovative problem-solving and application of advanced geotechnical methods for challenging site and design conditions.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical growth and professional development.
• Help build and strengthen internal geotechnical capabilities through training, technical reviews, and knowledge sharing.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients across California’s water sector, serving as a trusted technical advisor.
• Collaborate with regional and national leadership to strengthen AECOM’s geotechnical presence in dams, levees, tunnels, and conveyance markets.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to serve as a technical leader in Sacramento—at the center of California’s most critical water infrastructure initiatives.

This role combines strong technical expertise, project delivery leadership, and staff engagement to support and grow AECOM’s geotechnical practice across major programs such as Sites Reservoir, Delta Conveyance Project, and the California Aqueduct Subsidence Program.