Geotechnical Project Engineer​/PE License in California

Experience: Minimum 3 years

Position:
Full Time

Geo‑Advantec, Inc. (GAI) is a leading geotechnical engineering consulting firm serving a wide range of markets, including transportation, transit, water infrastructure, municipal public works, and state and federal agencies
. We provide comprehensive services in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, geotechnical earthquake engineering, and construction‑phase support, such as materials testing and special inspections. We are continuously growing and looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a collaborative, high‑performing team that supports impactful infrastructure projects.

We are seeking a senior‑level Project Engineer with at least 3 years of experience in geotechnical engineering. The ideal candidate will have experience in office engineering, field investigations, construction observation, and project management for geotechnical projects in California.

• Plan and manage geotechnical investigations, including borings, CPTs, test pits, pavement cores, infiltration testing, and laboratory testing.
• Perform geotechnical analyses for foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, settlement, liquefaction, seismic design, pavement sections, and earthwork.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, proposals, technical memoranda, and construction recommendations.
• Conduct field observations during drilling, grading, excavation, shoring, foundation construction, pile installation, and related construction activities.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, design teams, contractors, subcontractors, and internal staff.
• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, staffing, subcontractors, deliverables, and client expectations.
• Provide technical guidance to staff engineers, field personnel, and laboratory staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, and a master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of geotechnical consulting experience.
• Experience with both field and office aspects of geotechnical projects.
• Knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation design, seismic hazards, pavement design, and construction observation.
• Ability to prepare clear, organized, and technically sound reports.
• Strong communication, organization, and project management skills.
• Strong teamwork skills and a positive, collaborative attitude.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites in Southern California.

• Experience with California public agencies, transportation, municipal, education, aviation, water/wastewater, or private development projects.
• Familiarity with codes and standards such as (but not limited to) CBC, ASCE 7, Caltrans, LADBS, LA County, and local agency standards.
• Experience with geotechnical software such as LPile, SHAFT, Slide, Settle3, SHAKE, LiqSV, QGIS (familiarity with), and other geotechnical programs.