Geotechnical Design Engineer
Malcolm Drilling · San Diego, CA · 2 mo ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed design calculations and engineering analyses for ground improvement systems.
- Utilize proprietary in-house design software (similar to CLIQ) to model and optimize ground improvement solutions.
- Interpret geotechnical reports, soil data, and project specifications to inform design decisions.
- Prepare design reports, technical memoranda, and supporting documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and construction teams to ensure designs are practical and aligned with project requirements.
- Provide technical support during bidding, including preliminary designs and value engineering alternatives.
- Review and validate field performance data and adjust designs as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and best practices.
- Support continuous improvement of internal design tools and methodologies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field, Master’s preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in ground improvement design or geotechnical engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe).
- Strong understanding of soil mechanics and ground improvement techniques.
- Experience with design software tools; familiarity with proprietary or specialized geotechnical software is highly preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- 100% paid premiums for Dental and Vision plans for the employee and all dependents
- Malcolm covers an average of ninety percent of the medical premium for the employee and all dependents
- Malcolm contributes up to 10% of your salary into a retirement plan.
- Opportunities for career advancement
- A committed safety culture and supportive team environment