Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Overview

In the role of Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will plan and execute geotechnical investigations and design activities with significant impact on major company programs. You may serve as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on large projects as needed, while project management is not the sole focus of this position. This role may involve supervising professionals, technicians, and design teams as required.

At HDR, our employee-owners are engaged in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is valued and respected, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and new ideas to work every day.

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• Plan and prepare geotechnical investigations or design activities with significant impact on major company programs
• Participate in marketing efforts for both internal and external clients
• Organize, conduct, and coordinate or manage geotechnical investigations for transportation and other projects
• Perform geotechnical technical analyses, prepare geotechnical reports, and coordinate with designers to implement recommendations
• Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on large-size projects as needed
• Supervise professionals, technicians, and design teams, as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

• Bachelor’s degree
• 10 years of experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, GIS, and CADD, as appropriate
• Experience with Geo Studio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software
• Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/Open Ground/Leap Frog)
• Knowledge of advanced numerical modeling techniques (Finite Difference, Finite Element, Discrete Element) and related commercial software (Bentley, PLAXIS, Itasca FLAC)
• Active participation in HDR’s employee-owned culture

HDR is our company. We build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day, shaping our collaborative culture and connecting us with clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups help foster belonging and support across the organization.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $127,000 – $189,000 and depends on skills, experience, education, and location.

(Stated benefits apply to full-time regular positions; temporary and part-time roles may have limited benefits.)

Primary

Location:

United States-California-Irvine

Other Locations:
United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-California-Claremont, United States-California-San Diego, United States-California-Riverside

Industry: Transit

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:
Regular

Business Class:
Geotechnical

Job Posting:
Oct 28, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.