Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer - Transportation Engineer (Civil)

Geotechnical Engineer
Transportation Engineer (Civil)

Salary: $6,488.00 - $12,152.00 per Month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 1/29/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account) By Mail Drop-off

The Division of Engineering Services (DES), Geotechnical Services (GS) is looking to hire Transportation Engineers Civil (TE Civil) in the Office of Geotechnical Design Policy and Practice (OGDPP).

• Perform quality review and provide technical support to Geotechnical Design offices.
• Develop and update geotechnical design related standards and guidelines for the Geotechnical Manual.
• Develop geotechnical design and analysis tools.
• Perform geotechnical investigation and engineering for projects.
• Work on projects, including planning, design, construction, and operation phases of the State Transportation System, which may require traveling to the Districts and job sites for periods of several days to weeks.
• Participate in Geotechnical Services (GS) technical teams and Division of Engineering Service’s technical committees.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil) exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please  and search by typing in the classification title.

• Transportation Engineer (Civil)

Salary Ranges by Grade:

• A: $6,488.00 - $7,735.00
• B: $7,428.00 - $9,296.00
• C: $8,896.00 - $11,131.00
• D: $9,712.00 - $12,152.00

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: 5900 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Caltrans Mission:
Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Appointment to Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. For all other ranges, a PE license is not required.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for determining timely filing of an application.

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification.

• Knowledge of soil mechanics principles; soil and rock classification; laboratory and in‑situ soil and rock test principles and methods; geotechnical investigation.
• Experience in geotechnical engineering, including deep and shallow foundations, earth retaining systems, slope stability, ground movement and settlement, geosynthetics, ground modification, and tunneling.
• Experience performing geotechnical analysis and design effectively and efficiently; diagnosing potential geotechnical problems and evaluating their probable effects on design options and constructability; providing viable recommendations.
• Knowledge of earthwork and geotechnical construction methods, specifications, and quality assurance and quality control practices.
• Advanced coursework on geotechnical engineering and soil mechanics.
• Knowledge of Caltrans project development process, design and construction standards, and maintenance practices.
• Ability to acquire additional knowledge through coursework or self‑study; produce concise, organized, logical, and effective reports and presentations; communicate effectively, both in written and oral form; and work in teams and interact with individuals and groups from the Department, governmental agencies, and private consulting firms.

Human Resources Contact:
Shirley Panugaling

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, sexual orientation, and more. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.