Civil Engineering
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Fontana, CA
$150,000 to $191,000 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 Fontana, 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 Fontana location.
What you’ll do
- Analyze foundations, retaining walls and slope stability
- Write geotechnical reports with design recommendations
- Plan and oversee subsurface explorations and laboratory testing
- Coordinate drilling subcontractors and field staff
- Observe earthwork and foundation construction in the field
- 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
- Experience writing geotechnical reports
- 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 Fontana, CA is $150,000 – $191,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.
- Employee assistance program
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Health savings account with employer contribution
- Medical, dental and vision insurance starting on day one
- Annual performance bonus
- Paid time off plus paid company holidays
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.
