Experienced Civil or Geotechnical Engineer

About the role

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Experienced Civil or Geotechnical Engineer to join our dams and levees engineering practice in Davis, California or Olympia, Washington. This position is well-suited for a talented, experienced individual interested in contributing to innovative and challenging projects involving design and construction engineering support of dams and appurtenant works, levees and flood control infrastructure, dam/levee safety risk and risk-informed decision making, and geotechnical analysis and design for critical infrastructure.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to develop new civil infrastructure and solve complex problems involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. The company is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Support dam and levee design projects with task and project-level responsibility for scoping, performing, managing, and delivering multiple concurrent assignments.
• Prepare and implement geotechnical site characterization programs.
• Evaluate geotechnical aspects of projects involving earthen embankments and related infrastructure.
• Support risk analysis, risk-informed decision making, and other aspects of risk practice for dams and related infrastructure.
• Conduct fieldwork and overnight travel, including site inspections for dams.
• Assist with preparation of engineering reports, design calculations, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and engage in technical discussions with colleagues and clients.
• Assist with developing and preparing proposals.
• Support practice growth through recruiting, team development, and mentorship.
• Drive personal, company, or rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field (required).
• Professional registration (P.E.) (preferred).
• At least 5 years of related experience (7+ years preferred), or equivalent combination of education and experience (required).
• Experience with modeling/design tools such as AutoCAD, Slope/W, and ArcGIS (preferred).
• Excellent writing and communication skills (required).
• Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams (required).
• Regional visibility through involvement in professional associations or trade organizations (preferred).
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel (required).
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.

Pay

Potential compensation ranges for this role (at the time of posting) are:

• Davis, CA: $97,255 – $145,940 per year
• Olympia, WA: $92,835 – $139,310 per year

Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set, and location.

Benefits

• 9 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Minimum of 8 sick days and 11 vacation days per year (in line with state or federal requirements)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Variety of leaves of absence