Geotechnical EIT

Company Overview

At HDR, we are an employee‑owner company focused on inclusive, innovative transportation solutions, empowering our staff to create sustainable communities worldwide.

• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications
• Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
• Conduct slope stability, settlement and seepage analysis and conduct geotechnical engineering studies on routine and moderately sized projects
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on small projects, or assist more‑senior engineers on larger projects
• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

• Masters in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology
• License as geotechnical engineer or engineering geologist with civil engineering license
• Experience working with Caltrans or other state Department of Transportation on bridge and roadway projects
• Experience working with FEMA on storm damage repair projects
• Experience with dam and levee investigations
• Ability to work outdoors and in remote locations during field studies
• Willingness to travel
• Experience with seismic analysis including ground shaking, liquefaction, and lateral spreading

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• Experience with MS Office, GIS, and CADD, as appropriate
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  United States-California-Sacramento
• Other Locations: United States-California-Folsom
• Industry: Bridges
• Schedule: Full‑time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Geotechnical
• Job Posting: May 28, 2026

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 $70,304.00 - $91,410.00 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.