Project Geotechnical Engineer

Description

GeoEngineers is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Construction Design Discipline in San Diego, California. Our discipline delivers engineering solutions for temporary works and design-build projects including excavation support systems, cofferdams, access trestles, working platforms, construction staging, falsework, ground improvement and deep foundations. We work directly with contractors, developers, and design-build partners to produce practical, constructable, and efficient designs on some of the most technically demanding projects in the region and across the country. 

This role is well suited for an adaptable engineer who is comfortable working across the spectrum from structural to geotechnical engineering, and who is looking to build a career at the intersection of design and construction. You will contribute to a diverse project portfolio, develop technical depth under the mentorship of experienced engineers, and progressively assume greater project management responsibilities over time, while having meaningful ownership of your work. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of geostructural solutions, including excavation support systems, ground improvement, retaining walls, work staging plans, access trestles, driven piles, micropiles, and other deep foundations. 
• Independently complete and manage engineering analyses relevant to structural and geotechnical engineering within your area of focus such as steel design (AISC/LRFD), timber design, deep foundation design, slope stability modeling, and ground improvement design (DSM, rigid inclusions, stone columns, DDC) under the supervision of a project principal or associate.  
• Develops project drawings using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit. 
• Apply strong problem-solving and spatial reasoning to complex site challenges to ensure constructable, efficient deliverables. 
• Partner with project teams and clients to coordinate design and resolve technical issues. 
• Prepare and review deliverables such as memos, calculation packages, and reports, and complete in-depth reviews of deliverables prepared by others. 
• Support and lead project management tasks including budget planning, field report reviews, project implementation plans, proposal development, contractor submittals, and RFIs. Participate in client meetings. 
• Lead or coordinate the observation of field explorations and construction activities, ensuring that work is consistent with project plans, specifications, and safety guidelines. 
• Assist in business development and marketing activities to grow our practice. 
• Visit the field as needed for project scoping, critical phases of project verification, key project meetings, and conflict resolution. 
• Assist with training and mentoring technical and technician staff to foster team development. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university; Master's degree in Geotechnical or Structural Engineering preferred. 
• 4 years of related professional experience required. 
• PE is required.  
• Experience with software commonly used in geotechnical and structural design, such as MathCAD, RISA, Tedds, Civil 3D, Plaxis, CLiq, CPeT-IT, SHAFT, APile, or the GeoStudio Suite required. Familiarity with specialized analysis tools such as SNAIL, DeepEX, Slope/W, L-Pile, Group, and MSEW+ is preferred 
• Experience with driven pile, drilled shaft or small-diameter pile/anchor testing is preferred. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  
• Valid driver's license. 

Physical Requirements

• All candidates are subject to completing a background check, and reference check.
• All candidates are required to participate in our medical surveillance program. 
• Able to perform consistent work on a PC. 
• Ability to travel for short term and long-term assignments as needed. Travel will typically not exceed 20%. 
• Ability to perform a wide range of physical activities and do heavy work including exerting up to 50 pounds of force on occasion. 
• All employees are responsible for conducting their work in a safe manner. This includes identifying potential safety hazards and reporting them to the designated project manager in a timely manner and participating in project safety briefings. This also includes wearing appropriate safety equipment when working in the field and completing all required health & safety training prior to beginning field work. 

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position, located in San Diego, CA, is $103,000 - $146,000 annually. Compensation offered will be based on a variety of individual factors, including education and experience, as well as internal equity. GeoEngineers’ salary ranges are reviewed and updated each year and employees are eligible for pay increases based on individual performance. As part of our competitive total rewards package, employees in this role may also be eligible for our annual year-end bonus offering, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At GeoEngineers, investing in our people is a top priority. In addition to competitive and equitable pay, we are proud to offer a wide range of benefits to support employees and their families, including healthcare (with travel benefit for care not locally available), 401(k) with company match, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid vacation and sick time and paid holidays, among others. View our full listing of benefits here.

Our Commitment to Belonging at GeoEngineers

When people feel they can bring their whole selves to work, that they have a voice and are supported and respected, it creates trust and a feeling of belonging— employees then flourish, grow their careers, and do the best work of their lives. A culture of belonging allows our employees to thrive and our company to prosper. This is a journey, and we are committed to doing the work, learning and evolving as we go.

GeoEngineers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

GeoEngineers is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or by phone at (425) 861-6000. We will then make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

We welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for openings on our team. We would love for you to join us!

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