Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Davita Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm seeks a Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join their Los Angeles or Costa Mesa office. The role involves applying engineering skills on various geotechnical projects while offering development opportunities in a supportive environment with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid holidays

401(k)

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Valid U.S. driver's license required.
• Experience with geotechnical engineering software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting geotechnical field investigations.
• Monitoring heavy civil construction projects.
• Preparing technical reports and proposals.

Skills

Geotechnical investigations

Field work

Engineering software

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil and/or environmental engineering or geology

Advanced degree in same

Tools

AutoCAD

Slope/W

PLAXIS

Job description

Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Primary Location

US-CA-Los Angeles

ID

2025-3585

Category

Geotechnical

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Remote

No

Additional Location

US-CA-Costa Mesa

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer in our Los Angeles or Costa Mesa, California offices. The position will have the opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world situations on projects involving geotechnical site characterization; slope stability assessment; earth retaining structures; deep and shallow foundations; dams and water containment structures; forensic investigations and litigation support; geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring; numerical analysis of stability and deformation; and geohazard / earthquake characterization / mitigation, while learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conducting geotechnical field investigations;
• Monitoring heavy civil construction projects;
• Performing and reviewing engineering calculations, such as slope stability, settlement, capacity of shallow and deep foundations, excavation support and lateral earth pressures, and seepage;
• Earthquake engineering;
• Fieldwork associated with design and construction services;
• Data analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures;
• Developing construction documents, including drawings and specifications; and
• Preparation of technical reports, letters, memoranda, and proposals.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in civil and/or environmental engineering or geology. (required)
• Advanced degree the same. (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Prior internship or work experience in engineering consulting. (preferred)
• Experience with geotechnical and engineering software such as AutoCAD, Slope/W, and PLAXIS. (preferred)
• Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec's total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

• Minimum Salary: $79,760/year / Maximum Salary: $99,700/year (Costa Mesa)
• Minimum Salary: $83,385/year / Maximum Salary: $104,230/year (Los Angeles)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.

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