Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Take Your Design Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder’s Design team is looking for you! From bridge and structural engineering to civil, electrical, mechanical, and process engineering, Kleinfelder’s collaborative Design Services create synergy across multiple disciplines.

Kleinfelder's is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing San Jose, CA office! This role will be in-office and field work. Occasional work travel opportunities exist.

Our geotechnical engineering team works on challenging and interesting projects within a design center that includes bridge, structural, civil, and water resources engineers, environmental professionals, and laboratory and construction oversight personnel. We work on a large variety of both public and private infrastructure systems ranging from small to large-scale bridges, transit systems, roadways, water and storm water systems, tunnels, commercial structures, deep excavations, and more, all while managing complexities of dense urban sites or difficult mountainous terrain.

The successful candidate will perform field geotechnical drilling, rock coring, geotechnical calculations and reporting, county permitting, and drilling coordination.

• Planning and oversight of field investigations
• Comprehension of local geologic conditions
• Engineering analyses including but not limited to slope stability, seismic analyses, retaining wall design, deep and shallow foundation design, pavement design, etc.
• Utilization of geotechnical engineering software (examples include Slope/W or SLIDE, SHAFT, LPILE, APILE, Settle3)
• Geotechnical Report and Proposal writing
• Construction observations such as pile installation, excavations, and earthworks
• Support senior engineers and project managers with project and proposal duties
• Conduct field explorations, construction observations, engineering analyses, and other technical support under direct supervision assisting senior operations and technical staff.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological engineering, or Master's degree
• 3 to 6 years of geotechnical related experience with a bachelor’s degree - 2 years of related geotechnical experience with a Master’s or
• Engineer-In-Training certification required with the drive and ability to obtain California PE in next few years
• Must have a positive work attitude and ability to work safely and efficiently when managing multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently or with a team in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
• The successful candidate will have the ability and willingness to travel throughout southern California and safely perform field work, even under inclement weather and physically demanding conditions. Ability to travel outside of southern California for field assignments is a plus. Field assignments may range from days to weeks.
• Clean driving record and the ability to pass a drug test required
• Candidate must be willing to work in addition to a standard 40-hour work week when needed

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. California:
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range: $72,238 - $97,372.

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)