Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Kleinfelder; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer for our San Jose, CA office. The role involves in-office work and field geotechnical drilling, rock coring, analyses, and reporting. Occasional travel within southern California is expected.

Ideal candidates hold an engineering background in geotechnical disciplines with EIT and growth toward a California PE, and are prepared for multi-disciplinary collaboration within a design team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological engineering (or Master's).
• Engineer-In-Training certification required with CA PE likely in future.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel throughout southern California and possibly outside CA.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee field investigations.
• Interpret local geologic conditions.
• Perform geotechnical analyses (slope stability, seismic, retaining walls, foundations, pavement).
• Use geotechnical software (Slope/W, SLIDE, SHAFT, LPILE, APILE, Settle3).
• Prepare geotechnical reports and proposals.
• Conduct field observations (pile driving, earthworks).
• Support senior engineers and project managers with duties.
• Coordinate field explorations and reporting under supervision.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Geological engineering

Master's degree

Engineer-In-Training certification

Tools

Slope/W

SLIDE

SHAFT

LPILE

APILE

Settle3

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Design Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Design team is looking for you! From bridge and structural engineering to civil, electrical, mechanical, and process engineering, Kleinfelder's collaborative Design Services create synergy across multiple disciplines.

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder's is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing San Jose, CA office! This role will be in-office and field work. Occasional work travel opportunities exist.

Our geotechnical engineering team works on challenging and interesting projects within a design center that includes bridge, structural, civil, and water resources engineers, environmental professionals, and laboratory and construction oversight personnel. We work on a large variety of both public and private infrastructure systems ranging from small to large-scale bridges, transit systems, roadways, water and storm water systems, tunnels, commercial structures, deep excavations, and more, all while managing complexities of dense urban sites or difficult mountainous terrain.

The successful candidate will be perform field geotechnical drilling, rock coring, geotechnical calculations and reporting, county permitting and drilling coordination.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning and oversight of field investigations
• Comprehension of local geologic conditions
• Engineering analyses including but not limited to slope stability, seismic analyses, retaining wall design, deep and shallow foundation design, pavement design, etc.
• Utilization of geotechnical engineering software (examples include Slope/W or SLIDE, SHAFT, LPILE, APILE, Settle3)
• Geotechnical Report and Proposal writing
• Construction observations such as pile installation, excavations, and earthworks
• Support senior engineers and project managers with project and proposal duties
• Conduct field explorations, construction observations, engineering analyses, and other technical support under direct supervision assisting senior operations and technical staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological engineering, or Master's degree
• 3 to 6 years of geotechnical related experience with a bachelor's degree - 2 years of related geotechnical experience with a Master's or
• Engineer-In-Training certification required with the drive and ability to obtain California PE in next few years
• Must have a positive work attitude and ability to work safely and efficiently when managing multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently or with a team in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
• The successful candidate will have the ability and willingness to travel throughout southern California and safely perform field work, even under inclement weather and physically demanding conditions. Ability to travel outside of southern California for field assignments is a plus. Field assignments may range from days to weeks.
• Clean driving record and the ability to pass a drug test required
• Candidate must be willing to work in addition to a standard 40-hour work week when needed

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:Kleinfelder and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits:Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. California: The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range:$72,238 - $97,372.

Career Development:We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

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