Staff or Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Training

Social activities

Competitive salary

Job summary

SOCOTEC is seeking a Staff or Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist to support a range of projects in a full-time, in-office role in the US. Responsibilities include field investigations, data interpretation, and report preparation for commercial, residential, and public works projects.

The position requires a Civil/Geotechnical degree and 1–3 years of geotechnical experience, with strong soil mechanics knowledge and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• 1 year (Staff) or 3 years (Senior Staff) geotechnical experience; geotechnical consulting firm preferred.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics and subsurface investigation methods.
• Experience with field exploration, soil classification, geotechnical analyses, and report preparation.
• Ability to perform technical calculations and interpret laboratory and field data.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations and engineering analyses for commercial, residential, industrial, and public works projects.
• Plan and coordinate subsurface exploration programs, including boring layouts and utility clearance activities.
• Oversee drilling operations and provide field direction to drill crews and subcontractors.
• Classify soils and geologic materials and prepare detailed logs of borings, test pits, and cores.
• Perform field observations, testing, and construction support services.
• Conduct floor level surveys and other site evaluations as required.
• Review project plans, specifications, and geotechnical data.
• Coordinate laboratory testing programs and evaluate test results.
• Perform geotechnical calculations and engineering analyses, including: slope stability, liquefaction, dynamic settlement, deep foundation and pile design evaluations.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, technical memoranda, letters, and engineering recommendations.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, geologists, and field personnel to support successful project delivery.

Skills

Soil mechanics

Geotechnical analyses

Field investigations

Technical calculations

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

Staff or Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist

• Full-time
• Department: US - GeoTechnical
• Compensation: USD 78,000 - USD 90,000 - yearly

About SOCOTEC:

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

We are seeking a Staff or Senior Staff-level Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist to support a wide range of geotechnical engineering projects. This role involves both field and office responsibilities, including geotechnical investigations, engineering analyses, construction observation, laboratory coordination, and report preparation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations and engineering analyses for commercial, residential, industrial, and public works projects.
• Plan and coordinate subsurface exploration programs, including boring layouts and utility clearance activities.
• Oversee drilling operations and provide field direction to drill crews and subcontractors.
• Classify soils and geologic materials and prepare detailed logs of borings, test pits, and cores.
• Perform field observations, testing, and construction support services.
• Conduct floor level surveys and other site evaluations as required.
• Review project plans, specifications, and geotechnical data.
• Coordinate laboratory testing programs and evaluate test results.
• Perform geotechnical calculations and engineering analyses, including:
  • Slope stability analyses
  • Liquefaction evaluations
  • Dynamic settlement analyses
  • Deep foundation and pile design evaluations
• Prepare geotechnical reports, technical memoranda, letters, and engineering recommendations.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, geologists, and field personnel to support successful project delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year (Staff level) or 3 years (Senior Staff level) of geotechnical engineering experience; experience with a geotechnical consulting firm preferred.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, geotechnical engineering principles, and subsurface investigation methods.
• Experience with field exploration, soil classification, geotechnical analyses, and report preparation.
• Ability to perform technical calculations and interpret laboratory and field data.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology,or related discipline preferred.
• Experience with geotechnical software used for slope stability, settlement, liquefaction, and foundation analyses.
• Experience providing construction observation and geotechnical field support services.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward professional licensure.
• Familiarity with Bay Area geologic and geotechnical conditions.

This is not an environmental geology-related position.

Salary range: $78,000-95,000/year, depending on qualifications

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time; in-office

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.