Civil Engineering
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Los Angeles, CA
$145,000 to $185,000 a year
The employer is a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm serving public agencies and private developers.
The employer is looking for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Los Angeles, CA. In this role you will set technical direction alongside an experienced civil engineering team and take real ownership of your work. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is on site at our Los Angeles location.
What you’ll do
- Analyze foundations, retaining walls and slope stability
- Write geotechnical reports with design recommendations
- Observe earthwork and foundation construction in the field
- Plan and oversee subsurface explorations and laboratory testing
- Coordinate drilling subcontractors and field staff
- Mentor junior engineers and review their work
- Set technical standards and guide decisions across multiple projects
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
- 8+ years of relevant professional experience
- Valid driver’s license
- Strong soil mechanics fundamentals
- Willingness to work in the field
- A track record of leading projects from scope through delivery
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering
- PE license
Compensation and benefits
The pay range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $145,000 – $185,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.
- Commuter benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- 401(k) with company match
- Annual performance bonus
- Paid professional licensing and society memberships
The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
