Geotechnical Engineer

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Geotechnical Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Develop geotechnical engineering designs, sketches, plans, specifications and estimates
• Develop and oversee geotechnical subsurface characterization programs for routine work
• Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Conduct and oversee teams responsible for slope stability, settlement, and seepage analysis and conduct geotechnical engineering studies on complex projects
• Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed
• Function as Technical Specialist or Project Manager on mid‑size projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position
• Supervise a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

• A minimum of 3 years of previous experience
• MSCE preferred

• Bachelor's degree
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example:
  Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office applications, Micro Station or other software as appropriate
• Experience with Geo Studio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage and deep foundation response software, as appropriate
• Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/Open Ground/Leap Frog)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $85,000 - $126,000 and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

(Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

Primary

Location:

United States-California-Irvine

Other Locations: United States-California-Riverside

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Geotechnical

Job Posting: Mar 4, 2026