Civil Engineering
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
San Jose, CA
$148,000 to $188,000 a year
The employer is an engineering firm specializing in rail, transit and multimodal transportation.
We are hiring a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our civil engineering team in San Jose. You will lead technical work on projects that matter to our customers. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is hybrid, with three days a week in our San Jose office.
What you’ll do
- Analyze foundations, retaining walls and slope stability
- Write geotechnical reports with design recommendations
- Coordinate drilling subcontractors and field staff
- Plan and oversee subsurface explorations and laboratory testing
- Mentor junior engineers and review their work
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience
- Willingness to work in the field
- Experience writing geotechnical reports
- Valid driver’s license
- 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 San Jose, CA is $148,000 – $188,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.
- Paid parental leave
- Paid professional licensing and society memberships
- Health savings account with employer contribution
- Commuter benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Annual performance bonus
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.
