Geotechnical Engineer​/Associate; Ph.D. or M.S

Overview

About Exponent is the premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with depth and breadth to solve clients’ unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. We engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we connect lessons from past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technically complex products and processes, ensure safety and health of users, and address sustainability challenges.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning diverse industries. You’ll contribute to a collaborative culture that values ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences, with career growth through mentoring, sponsorship, and continuous learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Geotechnical Engineer/Associate for our Civil Engineering Practice in Oakland, California
. You will work as part of a team responsible for the inspection, analysis, and evaluation of geotechnical systems (e.g., foundations, retaining walls, excavation support systems, levees, dams, slopes) and often the preparation of repair/mitigation concepts.

You will be responsible for

• Conducting field inspections and subsurface explorations
• Performing geotechnical and civil engineering analyses
• Assisting with peer review of the design and construction of geotechnical systems
• Preparing conceptual designs for the repair/restoration of damaged geotechnical systems

You will have the following skills and qualifications

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering specializing in Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university or M.S. in Civil Engineering specializing in Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university plus 5 years of experience
• Degrees, experience or coursework in Geology/Geological Engineering, Groundwater/Surface Water Hydrology or Structural Engineering is a strong plus
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with potential to develop client relations
• P.E. License or willingness/ability to obtain a P.E. License
• Attention to detail, dedication to quality and accuracy, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and effective leadership skills
• Ability to work independently or support multiple projects and interact with engineers, administrative staff, and clients
• Ability to gather information from diverse sources and synthesize technical conclusions for engineers, business, and industry audiences
• Knowledge of geotechnical modeling software, graphing software, GIS, and imaging software is a strong plus

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (include publications in review or pending).

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Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team provides better value to our clients and an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe competitive benefits, compensation, and recognition empower our staff to do meaningful work.

In-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, realizing the full potential of our diverse teams, and building an inclusive workplace where all belong. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities. We value work-life balance and the autonomy to balance work and personal schedules to meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and pursue priorities outside of work.

This flexible, agile work style drives innovation and results while meeting client needs.

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