Staff or Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist

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 (salaries for engineers are typically higher than those for geologists):

Staff level: $80,000-95,000/year, depending on qualifications, experience and degree

Senior Staff level: $90,000-105,000/year, depending on qualifications, experience and degree

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.