Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Kleinfelder Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 72,238 - 97,372; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder Inc is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer in San Jose, CA. This role involves planning field investigations and performing various engineering analyses. You will also be responsible for writing geotechnical reports and supporting project duties.

Qualified candidates will possess a degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, along with EIT certification. The role offers a competitive salary between $72,238 and $97,372 and comes with comprehensive benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of geotechnical experience with a bachelor’s degree, or 2 years with a master’s.
• Ability to work independently or in a multidisciplinary team.
• Clean driving record and successful completion of a drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Planning and oversight of field investigations.
• Performing engineering analyses, including slope stability and seismic design.
• Writing geotechnical reports and proposals.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Engineering analyses

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering

Engineer–In–Training (EIT) certification

Tools

Slope/W

SLIDE

SHAFT

LPILE

APILE

Settle3

Job description

Job Description

Staff Geotechnical Engineer – San Jose, CA (in‑office with occasional travel to field sites).

Responsibilities

• Planning and oversight of field investigations
• Comprehending local geologic conditions
• Performing engineering analyses, including slope stability, seismic, retaining wall, deep and shallow foundation, and pavement design
• Utilizing geotechnical engineering software such as Slope/W, SLIDE, SHAFT, LPILE, APILE, and Settle3
• Writing geotechnical reports and proposals
• Conducting construction observations, including pile installation, excavations, and earthworks
• Supporting senior engineers and project managers with project and proposal duties
• Assisting senior operations and technical staff with field explorations, construction observations, engineering analyses, and other technical support under supervision

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering, or Master’s degree
• 3 to 6 years of geotechnical experience with a bachelor’s degree, or 2 years with a master’s, or equivalent
• Engineer–In–Training (EIT) certification required, with intent to obtain California PE within the next few years
• Positive work attitude and ability to work safely while managing multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently or in a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Willingness and ability to travel within southern California and occasionally outside the region for field assignments; readiness to work beyond a standard 40‑hour week when necessary
• Clean driving record and successful completion of a drug test required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Competitive salary ($72,238 – $97,372, in accordance with California Pay Transparency Law)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)