Staff Geotechnical Engineer

About the role

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join our offices in the LA Area (Laguna Hills, Los Angeles, Riverside).

Responsibilities

• Planning and oversight of field investigations
• Comprehension of local geologic conditions
• Engineering analyses including but not limited to slope stability, seismic analyses, retaining wall design, deep and shallow foundation design, pavement design, etc.
• Utilization of geotechnical engineering software (examples include Slope/W or SLIDE, SHAFT, LPILE, APILE, Settle3)
• Geotechnical Report and Proposal writing
• Construction observations such as pile installation, excavations, and earthworks
• Support senior engineers and project managers with project and proposal duties

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological engineering - Master’s degree in Geotechnical, Geological Engineering, or Civil Engineering with a Geotechnical Focus strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with 3-6 years of related geotechnical experience is required. 2 years of related geotechnical experience with a Master’s is preferred.
• Engineer-In-Training certification with the drive and ability to obtain California PE in next few years
• Must have a positive work attitude and ability to work safely and efficiently when managing multiple tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required

Qualifications

• Clean driving record and the ability to pass a drug test required
• Candidate must be willing to work in addition to a standard 40-hour work week when needed

Benefits

California: The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including:

• medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) plan

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.